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 Omanis
Guide for Omani founders · around 1 hour, or a 4 to 5 hour drive from Muscat
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
Shams Free Zone combines media & creative focus with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time company owners and established groups. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Shams Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. Payments between Oman and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Omani rial (OMR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Omani business profiles. GoldenKey has Omani clients from Muscat, Salalah and Sohar, and our consultants understand the papers granted in Oman and how to attest them for the UAE.
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 (Monday to Friday). Just as important, 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. For Omanis, the practical advantages of Shams Free Zone are the ease of travel between Oman and the UAE, Arabic and English are both used daily, and a banking system that processes Omani rial (OMR) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for Shams Free Zone company formation for Omanis depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for Shams Free Zone company formation for Omanis are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
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
Gather these supporting documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Shams Free Zone company formation for Omanis.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport released by Oman with at least six months' validity
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif 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 Shams Free Zone company formation for Omanis 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, as a rule within one to two working days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
From day one, you sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the licensing authority. Your portal shows the status of this step for Shams Free Zone company formation for Omanis in real time.
- 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.
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?
To be clear, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Shams Free Zone packages typically 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?
Crucially, 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 processed.
Can I add more activities to my Shams Free Zone licence later?
Absolutely. Shams Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days (Monday to Friday) for a small authority fee.
Can a Omani citizen own 100% of a company in Shams Free Zone?
Yes, it can. Omanis 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 Omani applicants?
In our experience, processing for Omanis follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Oman that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
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Ready to start your business in Shams Free Zone?
For most clients, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and an adviser will walk you through Shams Free Zone company formation for Omanis step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Good to know
More about Shams Free Zone
Why the UAE
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for Shams Free Zone company formation for Omanis and makes international pricing simple. 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 Omanis for international entrepreneurs.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your Shams Free Zone submission, download your paperwork and pay invoices from your phone. GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your Shams Free Zone request is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team. On the ground, our quotations for Shams Free Zone company formation for Omanis list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
