SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) company setup
Start your business in SHAMS, the Sharjah Media City free zone, known for affordable licences and a wide choice of media, creative, digital and service activities. As an authorized SHAMS channel partner, we handle your application from start to finish.
Why choose SHAMS?
SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) is a Sharjah government free zone created to support media, creative and entrepreneurial businesses. Today it licenses a broad range of activities, from media production and marketing to consultancy, e-commerce and trading.
It is a popular choice for freelancers, content creators, startups and small businesses looking for a cost-effective UAE company with the option of residence visas.
SHAMS highlights
- Cost-effective packages for startups
- Broad media, creative and business activities
- Freelancer and small business friendly
- Remote setup options
- Flexi-desk options
- Residence visas for owners and staff
What we handle for your SHAMS company
Activity and package advice
We match your activities and visa needs to the right SHAMS package.
Application and documents
Name reservation, application forms and document checks before submission.
Licence and company documents
We follow up with SHAMS until your licence and company documents are issued.
Residence visas
Entry permit, medical test, Emirates ID and residence visa processing.
Bank account support
A complete bank file and introductions to suitable UAE banks.
Tax registration
Corporate tax and, where required, VAT registration with the FTA.
Documents you will need
- Passport copy of each shareholder and manager
- Passport-size photograph
- UAE visa or entry stamp copy (if in the UAE)
- Three proposed company names
- Chosen business activities
- Shareholder contact details and address
- Corporate shareholders: incorporation documents and board resolution
How the process works
Consultation
We confirm your activities, shareholders and visa needs, and prepare an itemised SHAMS quote.
Application
We reserve your trade name, complete the SHAMS application and submit your documents.
Licence issued
After approval and payment, SHAMS issues your licence and company documents.
Visas and bank
We process your residence visa and Emirates ID and help with your bank account.
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Book a free consultation. We will recommend the right free zone, licence and visa package for your plans and give you a clear, itemised quote.
Founder Solutions FZ-LLC is an independent business setup consultancy and an authorized channel partner of the free zones named on this site. We are not a government entity. Licence approvals, government fees and processing times are set by the relevant authorities and may change.
Founder Solutions FZ-LLC helps entrepreneurs set up and grow their business in the UAE: free zone and mainland company formation, licensing, visas and tax registration, handled end to end since 2021.
