1 Visa Package
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 12,100
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
MAINLAND · SHARJAH
Sharjah Mainland Company Formation
Industrial heartland of the UAE — manufacturing, trading and logistics at lower cost
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 3 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- MainlandLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 3 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 9,350Renewal cost
About Sharjah
Why founders choose Sharjah
A Sharjah mainland licence, issued by the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. GoldenKey helps founders compare Sharjah mainland with the nearby free zones honestly, because the right answer depends on where your customers are. As we tell every client, mainland company formation in Sharjah is the right choice when your customers are inside the UAE, when you need a shop, clinic or contracting classification, or when visa quota matters.
Businesses that benefit most from Sharjah mainland licensing include manufacturing, spare parts trading, logistics, retail and education, because they serve customers on site across the emirate. Sharjah's industrial areas host more than 30% of the UAE's small manufacturers. A Sharjah mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match. Sharjah mainland licences are granted by the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 business days.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Use the table below to compare packages for Sharjah Mainland Company Formation; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Put simply, all prices for Sharjah Mainland Company Formation are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
2 Visa Package
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 17,050
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
3 Visa Package
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 21,450
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Additional visaAED 3,080
Annual renewalAED 9,350
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-24.
Business activities
Explore business activities in Sharjah
Sharjah licenses trading, service, professional and industrial activities. Search every activity we license across the UAE and see where it is available and what it costs.
Required documents
Documents required
For Sharjah Mainland Company Formation the registrar asks for the following paperwork, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- Passport photographs on a white background
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
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
Step by step
- 1
Activity and legal form
For most clients, we select the correct activity codes from the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) list and the legal form, generally a LLC or a sole establishment.
- 2
Trade name and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved and initial approval secured from the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), together with any external approvals the activity requires. Your portal shows the status of this step for Sharjah Mainland Company Formation in real time.
- 3
Office, MOA and submission
The memorandum of association is signed (online or before the notary), your tenancy is registered and the complete file is submitted to the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD).
- 4
Licence, Chamber and immigration
The Sharjah mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start. For Sharjah Mainland Company Formation, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Sharjah. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow much office space do I need for a Sharjah mainland licence?
The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) requires a registered tenancy for most licences. A small office or a desk in a business centre is enough for a few visas, and the visa quota increases with the floor area.
How long does Sharjah mainland company formation take?
From day one, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) as a rule issues the licence within 4 business days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Sharjah mainland company?
For most commercial and industrial activities, no. Since 2021 foreign nationals can own 100% of a Sharjah mainland LLC. A short list of strategic activities still requires Emirati participation, and GoldenKey checks your activity before you commit.
Can a Sharjah mainland company trade in other emirates?
Yes. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
What is the difference between Sharjah mainland and a free zone?
Mainland companies can trade directly with any UAE customer and take government contracts; free zone companies have lower costs and customs benefits but trade with the mainland through distributors. GoldenKey compares both for your specific activity.
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Good to know
More about Sharjah
Why the UAE
To be clear, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Sharjah Mainland Company Formation. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Sharjah Mainland Company Formation a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, you deal with one named consultant from the first call until your Sharjah licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Sharjah Mainland Company Formation, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your Sharjah application, download your documents and pay invoices from your phone.
Timeline
Most delays in Sharjah Mainland Company Formation come from missing documents rather than slow authorities, so we front-load the paperwork.
- Day 0Quotation approved, documents collected and checked by GoldenKey.
- Day 1–2Trade name reserved and initial approval requested for Sharjah Mainland Company Formation.
- Day 2–6As a rule, authority review and issue of the licence; we chase any query the same day.
- Week 2–3Establishment card, visa entry permit, medical test and Emirates ID; bank introduction in parallel.
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