License Cost
Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime
AED 6,875
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · SHARJAH
Construction & Contracting in Shams Free Zone
Building, civil works, MEP and specialist contracting for clients across the UAE
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 10 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 10 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 5,280Renewal cost
About Shams Free Zone
Why Shams Free Zone
Crucially, 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. Shams Free Zone is Sharjah's media free zone — creative and digital licences from AED 5,750, and it has become one of the most practical choices for entrepreneurs who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. Typical examples of this activity include building contractor, MEP contractor, fit-out contractor and landscaping, which can usually sit together on one Shams Free Zone licence. GoldenKey has licensed contracting company businesses for clients in Shams Free Zone and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later.
In our experience, part of Sharjah's cultural and creative economy initiative. Shams Free Zone licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date. For construction & contracting, Shams Free Zone offers the office options such a business actually needs and a visa quota that can grow with the team.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. In short, the figures below for construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
License Plus Visa Quota
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 8,475
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 10,075
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 11,675
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 13,275
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 4 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 14,875
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 5 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
6 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 16,575
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 6 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
7 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 18,075
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 7 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
8 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 19,675
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 8 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
9 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 21,275
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 9 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus Visa Quota
10 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 22,875
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 10 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Additional visaAED 2,420
Annual renewalAED 5,280
Bank account assistanceAED 1,650
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-28.
Business activities
Explore 834 business activities in Shams Free Zone
Shams Free Zone lets you combine related activities on one licence. Search by what your business does — in English or Arabic — and quote the GK code when you ask for a quotation.
GK-SHAMS-001PrintingMediaApproval requiredGK-SHAMS-002Printing of newspapers, magazines and other periodicals, books and brochures, music and music manuscripts, maps, atlases, posters, advertising catalogues, prospectuses and other printed advertising, postage stamps, taxation stamps, documents of title, cheMediaApproval requiredGK-SHAMS-003Printing directly onto textiles, plastic, glass, metal, wood and ceramics (except silkscreen printing on textiles and wearing apparel)
the material printed is typically copyrighted.MediaGK-SHAMS-004Printing on labels or tags (lithographic, gravure printing, flexographic printing, other)MediaApproval requiredGK-SHAMS-005Multi dimensional printing servicesMediaApproval requiredGK-SHAMS-006Printing,Advertising Agencies And Event OrganizingMediaApproval requiredPopular choices · 834 activities availableAll 834 Shams Free Zone activities
Required documents
Documents required
Here is what you will need for construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
For companies
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & articles of association
- Board resolution approving the UAE company
- Passport copies of shareholders & directors
- Company profile / business plan
Our process
How Shams Free Zone works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in Shams Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. Nothing is submitted for construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone until you have reviewed and approved it.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Shams Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, generally within one to two business days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
In short, you sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested papers and the licence fee is paid to the authority. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your Shams Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Shams Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in Shams Free Zone?
Put simply, most Shams Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned documents 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 handled.
How long does the Shams Free Zone licence take?
To be clear, once your documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a Shams Free Zone licence?
As a rule, 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.
Is construction & contracting allowed in Shams Free Zone?
In practice, construction & Contracting is not a natural fit for {ent} because contracting is almost always a mainland licence because projects are delivered on client sites across the emirates. GoldenKey will recommend the jurisdiction where it is licensed without restrictions and explain why.
Which licence type covers construction & contracting?
Construction & Contracting is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
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Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone.
Good to know
More about Shams Free Zone
Why the UAE
In practice, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone. Crucially, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. If a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Shams Free Zone file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the file sit. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for construction & contracting in Shams Free Zone happen the same day they are ready.
