WhatsApp quoteFor most clients, choosing Sharjah mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. A mainland company in Sharjah can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. GoldenKey has Bulgarian customers from Sofia, Plovdiv and Varna, and our consultants understand the paperwork issued in Bulgaria and how to attest them for the UAE. Payments between Bulgaria and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Bulgarian lev (BGN) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Bulgarian business profiles.
Why Sharjah
In practice, sharjah mainland licences are issued by the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 working days. Popular districts for a Sharjah mainland office include Al Nahda, Industrial Area, Al Majaz, Al Khan and Muwaileh, each with different rent levels and customer footfall. Many Bulgarian founders run Sharjah companies alongside an existing business in Bulgaria, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
How Sharjah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
For most clients, we pick the precise activity codes from the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) list and settle on the legal form — normally a LLC, or a sole establishment for individual professionals.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey files the name reservation and initial-approval request with the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) and obtains sector approvals where needed. Your portal shows the status of this step for Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians in real time.
Step 3Office, 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).
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
To be clear, the Sharjah mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians.
Documents required
For Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians the authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- 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
- A passport granted by Bulgaria with at least six months' validity
- A bank statement from your Bulgaria bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Educational certificates attested by the Bulgaria authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A police clearance certificate from Bulgaria if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. All prices for Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,800 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 8,500 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
Crucially, we speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians. GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your Sharjah file, download your papers and pay invoices from your phone. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped company owners from more than 60 countries with Sharjah mainland company formation for Bulgarians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
As a rule, start your Sharjah journey with a free consultation: share a few details about your business and we will map out the fastest route to your licence.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sharjah mainland company formation take?
In practice, with papers and a tenancy contract ready, the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) generally issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
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.
Are Sharjah mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
Absolutely. Mainland companies pay 9% corporate tax on profits above AED 375,000 and must register with the FTA, which GoldenKey handles as part of your setup.
Can a Bulgarian citizen own 100% of a company in Sharjah?
Yes. Bulgarians can own the full share capital of a Sharjah company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
How long does the process take for Bulgarian applicants?
Processing for Bulgarians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Bulgaria that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
