Hamriyah Free Zone Business Setup

Located in Sharjah, Hamriyah Free Zone is a premier maritime and industrial powerhouse. Secure direct seaport access, custom warehouse allotments, or professional E-Office setup from AED 15,000 with 100% foreign ownership.

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HFZA Why Choose

Why Choose HFZA

Why Entrepreneurs are Selecting HFZA in 2026

Sharjah Hamriyah Free Zone provides unmatched industrial connectivity, deepwater marine berths, and fast customs processing, making it the supreme choice for physical trading.

Maritime Port Access

Directly linked to Hamriyah Deep Sea Port, ideal for heavy sea cargo and shipping.

Pre-Built Warehousing

Secure state-of-the-art warehouses from 200 sqm up to 600+ sqm with built-in power facilities.

E-Office Deluxe Suite

Premium fully furnished spaces including complimentary water and electricity utilities.

Expansive Industrial Land

Highly competitive rates for short and long term industrial land leases for manufacturing.

High Visa Capacity

Secure up to 7 residence visas on E-Office plans, and hundreds on warehouse leases.

Sharjah Strategic Hub

Accelerated 100% remote trade license issuance backed by Sharjah Government.

HFZA Jurisdiction Overview

Jurisdiction Overview

What is Sharjah Hamriyah Free Zone?

Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA), located in Sharjah, is one of the most strategically positioned free zones in the UAE, offering a unique combination of industrial infrastructure, maritime access, and cost-effective business setup solutions.

One of the key distinguishing features of Hamriyah Free Zone is its direct access to Hamriyah Port and proximity to the open sea, which makes it highly suitable for businesses that require logistics, shipping, warehousing, and industrial operations.

Supported Company Structures

FZE (Establishment)

FZC (Company)

FZ-LLC Structure

Local / Foreign Branch

Popular Permitted Business Activities

HFZA supports structured licensing for Commercial, Professional, and Industrial activities

General Trading & DistributionCommercial

Logistics & Supply Chain ManagementCommercial

Marine Equipment & Port ServicesMaritime

Metal Fabrication & AssemblyIndustrial

E-Commerce Storage & FulfillmentCommercial

Import & Export ServicesCommercial

Industrial Packaging & AssemblyIndustrial

Energy & Petrochemical TradingCommercial

Corporate Business ConsultancyProfessional

Information Technology ServicesProfessional

Activity Flexibility Guarantee

Activities can be grouped seamlessly. Licensing covers commercial, service, and industrial manufacturing fields under streamlined approvals.

HFZA Advantages & Considerations

Decision Guidelines

HFZA Advantages & Considerations

A balanced review to help you determine if this UAE jurisdiction matches your corporate roadmap.

Key Advantages

Prime Maritime Proximity: Immediate physical borders to Hamriyah Port and deep sea terminals.
Industrial Workspace Options: Access to on-site custom pre-built warehouses and land leases.
Simplified Custom Clearing: 24/7 customs checkpoints on-site with fast-track cargo clearances.
Zero Currency Hurdles: No limitations or restrictions on foreign currency exchanges.
Staff Recruitment Support: Simplified visa procedures for international employees and technicians.

Considerations

Industrial Operations Auditing: Manufacturing or heavy industrial activities are subject to regular environmental and safety checks.
Municipality Occupancy Clearances: Selecting physical warehouse allotments requires separate civil defense and municipal clearances.
Mainland Distribution Steps: Distributing goods directly inside Sharjah mainland retail channels requires a designated mainland customs broker.

HFZA Registration Roadmap

Incorporation Roadmap

Our Simple 6-Step Registration Process

Forming your industrial or commercial company in Sharjah is highly streamlined. We coordinate directly with Hamriyah authorities.

License Type & Activity

Choose Commercial (Trading), Service (Professional), or Industrial (Manufacturing) activities for your Sharjah license.

Proposed Name Check

Provide names to verify against the Sharjah Department of Economic Development and Free Zone registries.

Lease Agreement Allotment

Execute agreements for E-Office workspace or physical warehouse units to generate physical lease registrations.

Security & HSE Clearances

We process standard security clearances. Warehouses additionally clear Civil Defense safety inspections.

License & Customs Code

Receive your Hamriyah Commercial License and custom port codes, enabling container cargo import/export.

Residence Visa Onboarding

File Establishment Cards and process partner or employee residency visas with medical tests in Sharjah.

HFZA Documents

Required Registration Documents

Simple paperwork depending on shareholder entity type

Passport Copy

High-resolution color copy with at least 6 months validity remaining.

Photograph

Passport-size photo with white background (digital copy allowed).

Manager Qualification Resume

Short CV of the appointed General Manager (only for professional or industrial licenses).

UAE Visa Copy (if applicable)

Your current tourist entry visa stamp or existing residency visa cancellation copy.

Certificate of Incorporation

Copy of the parent company's registration certificate.

Memorandum & Articles of Association (MOA/AOA)

Parent entity's foundational legal drafts.

Board Resolution

Approved resolution authorizing subsidiary formation and nominating manager.

Documents Issued Post Setup

Official corporate portfolio issued upon successful incorporation

Business License Certificate

Commercial Registry Sheet

Certificate of Incorporation

Share Certificates

Registered Lease Contract

Customs Code Allotment

Certificate of Incumbency

Bank Letter (Account Opening)

All corporate documents are issued digitally with encrypted QR authentication fully recognized by UAE local commercial banks and federal customs departments.

HFZA Post-Registration Compliance

Ongoing Operations

Post-Registration Compliance

After successfully forming your HFZA company, your enterprise must adhere to UAE Federal regulations. Our dedicated corporate tax team offers end-to-end guidance to maintain your status:

Corporate Tax Registration

All UAE Free Zone companies must register for Federal Corporate Tax. Most qualified free zone entities enjoy a 0% tax benefit on qualified income.

VAT Registration (if applicable)

VAT registration is mandatory if local taxable turnover exceeds AED 375,000 annually. Voluntary registration allowed from AED 187,500.

UBO & ESR Declarations

Filing of Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) registers is a critical AML obligation. Economic Substance Regulation (ESR) applies if executing specific relevant activities.

Who is Hamriyah Free Zone Recommended For?

Perfect fit for trading, logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing enterprises

Maritime & Shipping

Direct marine access, zero cargo duties, and swift harbor permissions.

Logistics & Warehousing

Secure customizable pre-built depots with 24/7 on-site customs clearance.

Light Manufacturing

Exceptional electrical load power configurations for packaging & assembly lines.

Global Importers

Favorable tax treaty corridors, zero VAT on storage, and quick customs codes.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Got questions about setup, pricing, or visas? Here are clear, transparent answers.

Hamriyah Free Zone is exceptionally positioned for businesses requiring maritime access, cargo logistics, manufacturing, and heavy trading. With direct sea port access, physical warehouses starting from 200 sqm, and scalable industrial plots, it is the premier choice for logistics, shipping, and storage operations in the Northern Emirates.

Hamriyah offers premium E-Office Deluxe units (12 to 16 sqm) which are fully furnished and include electricity/water utilities. For larger logistics or production setups, physical warehouse spaces are available in sizes of 200 sqm, 276 sqm, 400 sqm, and 600+ sqm, with high-power electrical capacity.

E-Office Deluxe setup packages start from AED 15,000 for Package 1 (up to 2 visas) and up to AED 37,000 for Package 5 (up to 7 visas). Warehouse rents start from AED 84,000 per year for a 200 sqm unit, with standard license fees starting at AED 3,500.

Residence visas are valid for 2 years. Investor visas cost between AED 3,555 (Standard) and AED 3,955 (Urgent). Manager/Employee visas cost AED 3,400 (Standard) to AED 3,800 (Urgent). Additional fees include Security Approval & Establishment Card (AED 1,910) and E-Channel Registration (AED 3,275).

The complete setup takes approximately 5 to 10 working days. Trade name approval takes 1-3 days, initial approval takes 2-4 days, and final license issuance takes 2-3 days. Our consultants manage this entire process remotely for you.

All Hamriyah entities are subject to standard UAE corporate rules. Post-registration requirements include registering for UAE Corporate Tax, VAT registration (if annual taxable turnover exceeds AED 375,000), declaring Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBO), and maintaining proper accounting books.

Hamriyah Free Zone Business Setup