SHARJAH MEDIA CITY (SHAMS) FREE ZONE
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
To be a world-class hub for media and creativity in the region.
Our Mission
We make creative entrepreneurship accessible and inspire business growth. We foster a vibrant and connected ecosystem for innovators to live, learn and co-create.
Why Shams?
- Wide range of business activities available on the same business license
- All company documents issued within days
- 100% foreign ownership permitted
- Shareholders are not required to be physically present in the UAE to incorporate a new company
- Companies will have limited liability
- Ability to appoint Corporate Directors and Corporate Managers for your company
- 100% repatriation of capital and profits
- 0% corporate or personal income tax
- Quick and simple online registration process
- Deposits are not required by Shams
- Allocation of up to 6 visas on a shared desk facility
- Located 5 minutes from Sharjah International Airport and 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport
