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100% foreign ownership
Retain full ownership of your company within an eligible SHAMS structure.
About SHAMS Free Zone
Flexible company setup for ambitious UAE businesses.
Sharjah Media City (SHAMS) is a flexible UAE free zone designed for entrepreneurs, startups, consultants, digital businesses, e-commerce companies and creative professionals. It offers 100% foreign ownership, a wide range of business activities and a simple online company formation process.
Nexo Services can assist with activity selection, licence setup, documentation, visa support and ongoing business services.
100%Foreign ownership
From AED 5,750Setup options
OnlineRegistration process
LLCCompany structure
Own your business
100% ownership with capital and profit repatriation.
Choose with confidence
A broad range of activities under eligible licence packages.
Set up simply
Fast online registration with expert Nexo support.
Why choose SHAMS?
Everything you need to start with clarity.
A practical free zone for founders who want flexibility, affordability and a streamlined incorporation journey.
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Affordable options
Company setup options currently start from AED 5,750, subject to terms and eligibility.
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Wide activity range
Choose from creative, digital, professional and selected trading activities.
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Online registration
Move through a quick, straightforward online company registration process.
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Limited liability
Build through an LLC company structure designed for modern businesses.
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Profit repatriation
Repatriate capital and profits in line with the applicable regulations.
Business activities
Designed for creative and commercial growth.
SHAMS supports a broad range of activities, making it suitable for both creative and non-creative businesses. The final activity combination is subject to SHAMS approval and the selected licence package.
SHAMS company setup cost
A tailored setup plan for your business.
From AED 5,750Package prices and inclusions are subject to SHAMS authority terms, eligibility and current promotions.Your final cost depends on selected activities, licence duration, number of shareholders, visa requirements and any additional services required. Nexo Services can provide a customised quotation based on your exact business requirements.
Simple company setup processSTEP 01 STEP 02 STEP 03 STEP 04
Four clear stages to your SHAMS licence.
Choose Activity
Select the correct business activities and company structure.
Select Package
Choose the licence duration and visa requirements.
Submit Documents
Provide the required shareholder and company documents.
Licence Issuance
Complete the application and receive the business licence after approval.
Documents commonly required
Prepare your essentials in advance.
The exact requirements depend on the licence package, activities and shareholder structure.
Passport copy of shareholder(s)
Passport-size photograph
Contact and address details
UAE visa / Emirates ID, if applicable
Proposed company name
Selected business activities
Please note: Additional documents may be required for corporate shareholders, branches or regulated activities.
Nexo Services support
Support that continues after incorporation.
Our team can guide your SHAMS company formation from start to finish and support your ongoing business needs.
Licence selection
Business activity and licence selection based on your plans.
Registration support
Company registration and documentation guidance.
Visa assistance
Investor, partner and employee visa support.
Bank account assistance
Guidance for corporate bank account preparation.
Tax & accounting
VAT, Corporate Tax and accounting support.
Ongoing PRO services
Practical assistance as your business grows.
Tax & compliance note: SHAMS companies are subject to applicable UAE Corporate Tax and VAT regulations. Any free-zone tax benefit depends on the company meeting the relevant legal conditions. Nexo Services can assist with registration and ongoing compliance requirements.
Start with Nexo Services
Start your SHAMS company with the right guidance.
Get guidance on the right activity, licence package, visa options and setup cost for your business.
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