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Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ)

Your Global Hub for Publishing, Media, and Creative Business Excellence

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ) is a dedicated free zone established to empower businesses in the publishing, media, and creative sectors. Strategically located on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road near Sharjah International Airport, SPCFZ offers a specialized ecosystem tailored to publishing houses, media companies, printing, distribution, and associated services. With a focus on fostering global trade and innovation in publishing, SPCFZ provides flexible office options including co-working spaces, retail units, and storage facilities, alongside streamlined company setup and licensing processes designed for speed and efficiency.

Key Benefits

Benefit from SPCFZ’s focused industry ecosystem, strategic location, and investor-friendly policies that simplify business growth in publishing and media.

✅ Strategic location close to Sharjah International Airport and major logistics routes
✅ 100% foreign ownership with full repatriation of capital and profits
✅ 0% corporate and personal income tax
✅ Fast company formation process within 5 to 7 working days
✅ Office space, co-working areas, and retail units to suit diverse business needs
✅ On-site customs clearance and business support services
✅ No restrictions on hiring foreign employees
✅ Access to specialized services and support tailored for the publishing industry

Ideal For

Publishing houses and printing companies
Media and content production firms
Distribution and logistics for publishing products
Creative and digital media agencies
Retail outlets for books and publications
Professional service providers within media and publishing sectors

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Business Setup Process in Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ)

1. Initial Consultation and Business Activity Selection

Select your business activity from the approved list focused on publishing, printing, media production, distribution, and related professional services, which dictates the license type required.

2. Choosing Company Type and License

Choose your legal structure:

Free Zone Establishment (FZE) for a single shareholder
Free Zone Company (FZC) for multiple shareholders up to seven

Branch office of an existing UAE or foreign company
Select the appropriate license—Commercial, Service, or a combination—based on your business activities within the publishing and media sectors.

3. Company Name Registration and Documentation

Register your company name adhering to SPCFZ naming regulations. Submit required documents such as passport copies, educational certificates of management, visa copies (if applicable), notarized corporate documents for branches, and photographs.

4. Application and License Issuance

Submit the completed application with all necessary documents and applicable fees. SPCFZ typically processes license issuance within 5 to 7 working days, enabling rapid commencement of business activities.

5. Office or Warehouse Space Allocation

Choose among available office spaces, co-working areas, retail outlets, or storage units tailored to your business model. Physical office space is mandatory for establishing your company in SPCFZ and influences visa quotas.

6. Visa Processing

Apply for UAE residence visas for shareholders, employees, and dependents through SPCFZ’s dedicated visa services, with visa allocations based on office space and license type.

7. Opening a Corporate Bank Account

With your trade license and visa(s) in place, open a corporate bank account in the UAE with banks experienced in free zone company services.

8. Finalizing Setup and Commencing Operations

Complete licensing, leasing, visa formalities, and banking arrangements to fully authorize your business operations. Ongoing PRO services and compliance support are available to maintain regulatory adherence.

Licensing Options to Choose From

License Type	Description	Ideal For
Commercial License	Import, export, distribution, and retail of publishing and related products	Publishing houses, distributors, retailers
Service License	Media production, creative, consultancy, and professional services	Media agencies, consultants, content creators
Industrial License	Printing, packaging, production, and manufacturing activities related to publishing	Printers, publishers with industrial needs
Branch License	Establishment of branches of UAE or foreign companies within SPCFZ	Multinational publishing and media companies

Ownership and Tax Benefits

100% foreign ownership with no local sponsor required
Zero corporate and personal income taxes
Full repatriation of capital and profits without restrictions
Exemptions from import/export customs duties within the free zone
No restrictions on currency and fund transfers, facilitating international business
Long-term lease contracts for office and commercial spaces providing operational stability

Conclusion

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone offers a specialized, business-friendly environment focused on the publishing and media industries. Its strategic location, combined with flexible licensing options and expedited setup procedures, enables companies to quickly launch and scale operations with full foreign ownership and tax advantages. With a variety of workspace solutions and industry-specific support services, SPCFZ is an ideal base for publishers, media houses, and creative entrepreneurs seeking to establish a strong presence in the UAE and global markets.

Why Choose MenaHerald for Your SPCFZ Company Formation?

Let MenaHerald assist you in your Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone business setup with expert guidance on licensing, documentation, office leasing, and visa processing.

Why Choose MenaHerald?
✓ End-to-end company formation and support services
✓ Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
✓ Specialized expertise in SPCFZ regulations and business environment
✓ Ongoing compliance and licensing renewal assistance

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