Put simply, setting up a company in Shams Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. Founders choose Shams Free Zone when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. From day one, belgians are a compact community with strength in diamonds, logistics and pharmaceuticals, so the Shams Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Belgian applications every day and process them without hesitation. GoldenKey has Belgian customers from Brussels, Antwerp and Ghent, and our consultants understand the supporting documents granted in Belgium and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Shams Free Zone
Crucially, unlike some zones, Shams Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued. Shams Free Zone is located in Sharjah emirate — close to Sharjah International Airport, and the issuing authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 working days. As a rule, many Belgian founders run Shams Free Zone companies alongside an existing business in Belgium, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
How Shams Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that Shams Free Zone lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the Shams Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested papers and the licence fee is paid to the issuing authority.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your Shams Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are granted, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians.
Documents required
For Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A police clearance certificate from Belgium if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A bank statement from your Belgium bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
Pricing
Put simply, use the table below to compare packages for Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Crucially, pricing for Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Importantly, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians for international founders. Put simply, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and that is why so many business owners choose it as a base for Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians.
Why GoldenKey
On the ground, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our quotations for Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through Shams Free Zone company formation for Belgians step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Shams Free Zone?
Most Shams Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned papers and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your residence visa is processed.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a Shams Free Zone company?
Yes, Shams Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and papers, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
How many visas can I get with a Shams Free Zone licence?
Day to day, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Shams Free Zone packages as a rule start from a zero-visa option and scale to five or more visas with a physical office, and additional visas can be added later for the per-visa fee shown in our pricing.
Can a Belgian citizen own 100% of a company in Shams Free Zone?
It can. Belgians can own the full share capital of a Shams Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
How long does the process take for Belgian applicants?
Processing for Belgians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Belgium that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.


