About Shams
Sharjah Media City (Shams) was launched in January 2017 to act as a catalyst for creative and media businesses to grow and thrive. Aiming to be a world-class media hub for innovative facilities and services, Shams covers a wide range of business activities available for those wishing to embark on their entrepreneurial journey in the UAE.
Our vision is to be a world-class hub for media and creativity in the region. Our mission is to make creative entrepreneurship accessible and inspire business growth. We foster a vibrant and connected ecosystem for innovators to live, learn and co-create.
We are Shams – a Free Zone community built from within.
Types of Licenses
Service License
It allows for production, re-production, transformation and distribution of services. Service license includes rendering services as a primary objective and utilizing goods to provide them.
Trading License
Selling goods within Shams or importing and exporting of goods. It includes movement of goods, wholesale and retail sale of goods and rendering of services related to the sale of these goods.
Industrial License
It allows for production, re-production, transformation and manufacturing of goods.
Holding License
It allows holding standalone assets and/or stakes in other companies. You would require a holding company for the purpose of controlling other company(ies), property such as real estate, patents, trademarks, stock and other assets. This license is sold exclusively through our Registered Agents.
Types of Licenses
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Service License
It allows for production, re-production, transformation and distribution of services. Service license includes rendering services as a primary objective and utilizing goods to provide them.
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Trading License
Selling goods within Shams or importing and exporting of goods. It includes movement of goods, wholesale and retail sale of goods and rendering of services related to the sale of these goods.
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Industrial License
It allows for production, re-production, transformation and manufacturing of goods.
AED 29.1 billion
Sharjah's 2020 budget
GDP
$24.81 billion
Gulf and Indian Ocean
Testimonials
Our Blog
How Digitization & Spearheaded Innovative Initiatives Encourage Entrepreneurs Across Dynamic Sector to Choose Shams Free Zone?
Sharjah Media City (Shams) was built with a vision to become a world-class hub for media and creativity in the MENA region.
Why is it the Right Time To Start Your E-Commerce Business in the UAE?
The UAE is the fastest growing nation in the e-commerce sector. With an online retail booming, the UAE has the most advanced e-commerce market in the whole MENA region.
Cost-Effective Free Zone in Sharjah to Setup Business
Sharjah Media City (Shams) is the one-stop solution for any entrepreneur who is looking to set up a business in a cost-effective free zone in Sharjah.
