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
Shams Free Zone Company Formation for Malaysians
Guide for Malaysian founders · around 7 hours from Kuala Lumpur
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
In our experience, 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 founders who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. From day one, 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. The most common businesses Malaysians open through GoldenKey are in Islamic finance, halal food, oil and gas services and education, although Shams Free Zone supports almost any activity. GoldenKey has Malaysian customers from Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru, and our consultants understand the documents released in Malaysia and how to attest them for the UAE.
In short, one of the reasons we suggest Shams Free Zone is its media & creative focus, which matters more than most company owners realise once the business is running. Shams Free Zone is located in Sharjah emirate — close to Sharjah International Airport, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 working days. GoldenKey has prepared Shams Free Zone files for Malaysian clients in Islamic finance, halal food, oil and gas services and education, which means we know which Malaysia documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
The figures below for Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
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 2026-10-29.
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
Importantly, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A bank statement from your Malaysia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport issued by Malaysia with at least six months' validity
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company paperwork and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif 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
We confirm that your activity is available in Shams Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
- 2
Name 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. For Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Shams Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Shams Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. If the authority raises a query on Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Shams Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow many visas can I get with a Shams Free Zone licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Shams Free Zone packages in most cases 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.
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 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.
Is an audit required for a Shams Free Zone company?
Put simply, requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current Shams Free Zone rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
Can a Malaysian citizen own 100% of a company in Shams Free Zone?
Yes. Malaysians can own the full share capital of a Shams Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Malaysians need a UAE visa before applying for Shams Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Malaysia with scanned papers, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
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Good to know
More about Shams Free Zone
Why the UAE
As a rule, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
In our experience, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians. GoldenKey's consultants have handled Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. From day one, our quotations for Shams Free Zone company formation for Malaysians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
