Do you dream of expanding your business? Do you dream of increasing your footprint to the UAE and global markets? Do you dream to be one of the top business leaders of the world?

Now imagine receiving your trade license on the spot and setting up your business in UAE within an hour. Welcome to Hamriyah Free Zone, Sharjah - a destination that can transform all your dreams to reality.

With world-class facilities and a wide range of on-site key business services spread across approx 26 million m2 of development, HFZ is home to 6,500+ businesses from 163+ countries, making it one of the largest free trade zones in the Middle East. It is truly a multinational, cosmopolitan, and a dynamic industrial hub with companies from virtually every part of the world with a collective investment of over $19 billion.

Uniquely located at the intersection between three continents, Hamriyah Free Zone offers a dream opportunity to SMEs and multinational firms to serve a growing market of 2+ billion people - a gateway to global business.

25+ 6,500+ 163+ Million m² Businesses Countries

The Multinational

Commercial Hub

Mission“To be the most cost effective, efficient and profitable Free Zone in the region, delivering a commitment to excellence that leads to the sustainable development of highly skilled human resources.”

Vision“To add to the value of the esteemed Emirate of Sharjah by creating an environment within the Hamriyah Free Zone that attracts reputable asset based industry, quality trading and commercial organizations. We will achieve this through the provision of land, buildings, infrastructure and general support that enable our investors to operate profitably, safely, and in an environmentally and socio-economically responsible manner.”

Inspiring Global Trade since 1995Hamriyah Free Zone Authority was established as a Free Zone powerhouse by an Emiri decree issued in November 12, 1995. Being located at Sharjah in the UAE, Hamriyah Free Zone has a time zone advantage, and a multi-access to neighbouring and global countries through land, sea and air.

Sharjah:

Unlimited Opportunities

United Arab Emirates:

A Global Destination

The UAE placed at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa; is ranked by the World Bank as Middle East’s top country for doing business. Its diversely productive economy based on knowledge, innovation and technology has attracted the best of businesses and talent from across the world, transforming it into a globally prominent financial and economic centre. The UAE also earned the distinction of being the most attractive nation to Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Middle East and Africa region. The country with one of the highest per capita income, unparalleled quality of life is also one of the safest places in the world.

Sharjah, occupying an area of 2,590 sq km, is the 3rd largest Emirate in the UAE, located 10 km from Dubai and an hour from Abu Dhabi. Being declared as the Cultrual Capital of the Arab World by UNESCO in 1998, this pearl of the Emirate is strategically located, overlooking the Arabian Gulf to the west and the Gulf of Oman to the east. It’s geocentric location makes it a prominent hub for business both domestically and internationally to key Asian, Middle East and African markets.

The early on decision to pursue a diversified industrial growth strategy to economic development resulted in Sharjah’s uninterrupted growth over the past two decades, raising its profile as the 11th most attractive international destination for Foreign Direct Investment in the world. Proximity to major trade routes, highly developed urban and social infrastructure, relatively low costs of rent, utilities and living has truly made this Emirate the most attractive for business and life.

Types of LicensesIndustrial License: This license allows the holder to import raw materials for the purpose of manufacturing, processing, and/or assembly of specified products. The finished products may be exported outside the UAE. If the finished products are sold in the UAE market, then the license holder will need to do this through a local distributor or a local agent.

* Processing * Assembling * Packaging * Manufacturing

Commercial License: This license allows the holder to import, export, sell, distribute, and store items specified on the license. If the finished products are sold in the UAE market, then the license holder will need to do this through a local distributor or a local agent.

* General Trading * Specific Trading (up to 3 to 5 activities) * E-Commerce

Service License: This license allows the holder to carry out the services that are specified on the license within the Hamriyah Free Zone only.

Some of Available Activities:1. Business Consultancy 2. Management Consultancy3. Marketing Consultancy 4. I.T Consultancy5. Designing Consultancy 6. Event Management7. Sports Consultancy 8. HR Consultancy9. Health and Fitness Consultancy 10. Tourism Consultancy11. Tax Consultancy 12. Project Management (Overseas)

* Marine and Port Related Activities

Types of Legal StatusFZE: Free Zone Establishment with 1 shareholderFZC: Free Zone Company with up to 5 shareholdersBranch: Branch of International or Local Company

No Bank Letter for share capital required for obtaining trade license at HFZ.

Kick-start Your Dream Business3 Business Licenses | 3 Easy Steps | 1 HOURAt Hamriyah Free Zone, all it takes is 60 minutes to get a trade license of your choice and start a profitable business.Step 1: Submit the required documents and sign the application formsStep 2: Make paymentStep 3: Collect your Trade License

Investor-Oriented Free ZoneHamriyah Free Zone provides a strategic location advantage unlike any other in UAE. Investors benefit from easy access to three seaports, Sharjah International Airport and “Sharjah link” corridor that give businesses an unmatched logistical advantage.

Our objective is to empower investors in their ventures and assure that they have everything necessary for smooth operations. To this effect, HFZ is built around a work-friendly environment, minimum regulations, spectacular transparency, and red carpet treatment for businesses.

• Landplots,pre-builtwarehousesandofficeunitsforlease

• ExecutiveofficesuitesintheInternationalBusinessCenterforlease

• On-siteaccommodation,whichincludesrecreationcenterandhealth club, for investors’ personnel

• Transportationviaroad,3seaportsandaninternationalairport

• Highlydevelopedinfrastructureandtelecommunicationlinks

• SpecialadvantagesonVATforbusinessesengagedinmanufacturingandtradingingoodsasdefinedintheUAEVATlaw

• Affordablecostofliving

• Strategiclocationtoaccessglobalmarkets,suchastheUAEandGCC markets

• Attractiveinvestmentincentives

• Lowlaborcost

- Cultural capital of the Arab world- Third largest Emirate in the UAE- 3 seaports on Arabian Gulf and Indian Ocean

SHARJAHC O N N E C T I N G

220 D E S T I N A T I O N S ACROSS THE WORLD

HFZA recognizes SME’s pivotal role in the economic development of the country.

We specialize in helping SMEs reach their commercial goals, from the initial start-up phase through to international expansion.

These power zones are further complimented by E-Office packages to ensure smooth start up for small operations. Together they contribute greatly to the UAE’s economy.

The Cornerstone of Industrial Development

MaritimeHFZA’s Maritime City was set up to cater to the growing needs of the ever-expanding local marine industry. On 24 plots of 5,000 sq m each, investors can augment opportunities in activities such as rig and ship building, repair, ship conversion, offshore fabrication, ship chandlery, etc.

SME For those with great business ambitions but small operations, HFZA has designed economical consultancy packages that are quick to set-up. Ideal for self-employed or 0-5 employee businesses, these consultancy licences include office space at Hamriyah Business Centre or E-office as part of the package. Some of the segments that are eligible for consultancy licence are Business, Management, Marketing, IT, Design, Marine & Port-related services.

SteelHFZ has become the region’s market leader in steel with highest number of steel manufacturers and fabricators.

Timber HFZ redefines the way the timber industry does business by integrating wood storage facilities with various industrial activities. Located adjoining to one another in the Free Zone, it provides an unparalleled logistic advantage to companies based here.

Oil & GasHFZ’s Oil & Gas sector is over an area of more than 180,000 m2 of inland container depots and is well-equipped to deliver integrated solutions in refinery, petrochemical and power generation for downstream projects.

PetrochemicalThe second largest petrochemical hub in UAE. With easy access to Asian and Far Eastern markets, our dedicated petrochemical zone provides your business with the perfect location to expand its operations.

Food Park Region’s first dedicated hub for Food Industry

Rising global demand, growing domestic consumption due to population growth, the fact that UAE is a significant link in the GCC’s food chain and a major re-exporting hub makes UAE a great choice for the food and allied industries.

Realizing the potential and the need to provide a platform for these business to thrive, Hamriyah Free Zone Authority created Food Park, the first-of-its-kind in the Middle East, hub dedicated to food and allied commercial industries dealing in manufacturing, processing, import, export, holding and repackaging of food stuff.

• Plotsofvarioussizesstartingfrom2500m2

• Pre-builtwarehousefacilitieswith50–150kWloadcapacity

• Optionofin-builtoffices,servicedofficesandon-sitelabouraccommodation

• Value-addedservicessuchastrainingforfoodsafetyandquality,certificationfor Halal and other services, project consultancy, food testing and lab services

• EasyandfriendlyinterfacewithSharjahMunicipalityandotherGovernmentAuthorities

• Easyaccesstobestpracticeswithinindustrythroughengagementwithindustry experts and regulatory bodies

• Friendlyengagementwithfoodbusinessinvestorsforhassle-freebusinesscontinuity

Hamriyah Logistic Village Dynamic Logistics HubTheLogisticVillageatHamriyahFreeZoneprovidesanunparalleledadvantageasHamriyah Free Zone is not only located in the only emirate with ports on both the Arabic Gulf and Indian Ocean coasts but it also gives access to three world-class seaports and an international airport that welcomes an average of 82 flights from 32 countries per day, thereby enabling entry into competitive markets in the MENA region and beyond.

TheHamriyahLogisticVillageprovidesanall-in-onelogisticsanddistributioncenter for companies. It comprises of 300 warehouse units ranging in size from 200, 400 and 600m2.

Wide Choice of

WarehousesArea: 276 m2 to 614 m2 Hamriyah Free Zone offers investors the freedom to develop their factories, office infrastructure, and warehouses as per their requirements. For investors who require a readymade warehouse space, we provide a range of pre-built warehouses in various sizes. Hamriyah Free Zone ensures that all activities adhere to the government safety and environmental regulations.

• Flexibilitytouseforstoragepurposeorasfactories• Arangeofpre-builtwarehouses• Suitableformanufacturing,assembling&repackaging• Sizesavailablein276m2, 416 m2, and 614 m2

• Warehouseswithin-builtofficesandamplyparkingspaces• Leaserenewableannually• Readyinfrastructurewithelectricityandwater• ReadyinfrastructureforITneeds

Prime industrial & commercial land including plots facing the sea Land sizes starting from 2,500 m2 onwards Fixed land lease rates for the first 5 yearsPlots can be developed up to 60% by investors to suit their requirementsReady infrastructure with excellent electricity & water supply Electricity: .15 USD (.45 AED) per KWA Water: .01 USD (.35 AED) per 1000 Gallons Leases can be for up to 25 years Renewable for a further 25 years 24-hoursecuritywithCCTVsurveillance

Meticulous Planning

Ideal for Business14-meter deep water port 7-meter deep inner port

Hamriyah Free Zone has a geographic advantage that helps in accelerating a range of business activities and enhancing the overall economic development of the country. Our best infrastructure facilities and high quality services attract foreign investment in various sectors like manufacturing, trade and services, which in turn has augmented the gross domestic product (GDP) of Sharjah by more than 11% annually in the last 5 years. HFZ also complements the federal and local economies by bringing the value-added businesses into the region.

Well-Equipped

OfficesHamriyah Free Zone business center is a flexible space designed with state-of-the-art communication facilities. It gives you the option to scale up your space as your business grows.

• LeaseOfficeBuildings(LOBs)withover100executivesuitesrangingfrom22 m2 to 40 m2

• Executiveofficesizesstartingfrom15m2

• Leaserenewableannually• Readyinfrastructurewithelectricityandwater• Conferenceroomswithinternetfacilities• Amplecarparking• ReadyinfrastructureforITneeds• Flexiblespaceequippedwithcommunicationfacilities

VAT may be applicable on some of these packages.* PO Box Number is optional with approximately AED 1,000 fee annually. ** Visa related costs are not included in the package price.

HAMRIYAH BUSINESS CENTER (HBC)

E-OFFICE

PACKAGE 1AED 20,000 per year US$ 5,450

PACKAGE 2AED 25,000 per year US$ 6,812

PACKAGE 3AED 35,000 per year

US$ 9,537

Legal status: FZE (1 shareholder) orFZC (2-3 shareholders)

Legal status: FZE (1 shareholder) or FZC (2-5 shareholders)Branch or Subsidiary

Legal status: FZE (1 shareholder) or

FZC (2-5 shareholders)Branch or Subsidiary

Visas: Up to 4 visas** Visas: Up to 6 visas** Visas: Up to 7 visas**

Packages to suit every need

PACKAGE 1 AED 11,000 per year (US$ 2,998)

Legal status: FZE (1 shareholder) with commercial or service license Activity: Import export trading of up to three product categories or three service activities• No bank letter for share capital required• PO Box Number* • Provision to apply for 1 visa**

PACKAGE 2AED 17,000 per year (US$ 4,633)

which gives provision to apply for four visas

Ideal for SMEs with Service or Commercial license, the E-office comes with a dedicated 10 m2 office space complete with a PO Box number* and without the need for a bank letter for share capital.

Prices are indicative.

Activity: Import export trading of up to 3 product categories or 3 service activities

Activity: Import export trading of up to 5 product categories or 5 service activities

Activity: General trading, or investment of own resources

VAT may be applicable on some of these packages.* PO Box Number is optional with approximately AED 1,000 fee annually. ** Visa related costs are not included in the package price.

15m2 20m2 25m2 30m2 40m2

AED 17,000*

US$ 4,633AED 24,000*

US$ 6,535AED 42,500*

US$ 11,570AED 51,000*

US$ 13,884AED 68,000*

US$ 18,512

ADDITIONAL CHARGES:License (subject to proposed activity):

Commercial licenseTrading of up to five specified products

AED 3,500*

General trading / e-commerce AED 12,000*

Service licenseUp to five service activities AED 3,500*Project management / Turnkey management / Investment of own resources AED 12,000*

Service fee AED 5,000*Refundable deposit AED 5,000**Incorporation fee AED 9,000**

* Payable yearly. ** One-time charge.

Land

ADDITIONAL CHARGES:License (commercial service or industrial)

AED 3,500*

Service fee AED 5,000*Refundable deposit AED 5,000**Incorporation fee AED 9,000*

* Payable yearly. ** One-time charge.

PRE-BUILT WAREHOUSES

Prices are indicative.

EXECUTIVE OFFICERanging from 15m2 to 40m2, our Executive Offices are well suited to growing enterprises.

Starting from 276m2 and with car parking bays in front of each unit, our pre-built warehouses o�er investors the ideal environment to base their growing operations.

WAREHOUSE 1

WAREHOUSE 2

WAREHOUSE 3

AED 95,000 per year* US$ 25,927 276m2

AED 135,000 per year* US$ 36,785 416m2

AED 170,000 per year* US$ 46,322 614m2

26m2 space includes one office, two toilets, and a pantry

88m2 space includes a reception area, three offices, three toilets, and a pantry

114m2 space includes a reception area, three offices, three toilets, and a pantry

250m2 of warehouse / factory space

328m2 of warehouse / factory space

500m2 of warehouse / factory space

Prices are indicative.

We have plots starting from 2,500m2 available for short and long-term leases, with prices starting at AED 30/m2.

Well networked road infrastructureElectricity and water infrastructureTelecommunications InfrastructurePlots allocated in clusters to ideally locate customers with similar needs/ requirements24-hour security within the Free ZoneOn-site labor accommodation

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