WhatsApp quoteSince the 2021 ownership reforms, most Sharjah mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. A mainland company in Sharjah can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. Just as important, indonesians are a growing community in hospitality, aviation, trading and halal products, so the Sharjah authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Indonesian applications every day and process them without hesitation. Payments between Indonesia and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Indonesian rupiah (IDR) transfers settle promptly and UAE banks are familiar with Indonesian business profiles.
Why Sharjah
In short, sEDD offers an Eitimad licence for start-ups with simplified requirements. As a rule, among the strengths of a Sharjah mainland licence are Lowest-cost mainland licence among the big three emirates and Industrial zones with affordable warehouses, and that is why local service businesses gravitate here. GoldenKey has prepared Sharjah files for Indonesian clients in halal food, furniture, hospitality and palm oil, which means we know which Indonesia documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Sharjah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We select the correct activity codes from the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) list and the legal form, in most cases a LLC or a sole establishment. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to Sharjah mainland company formation for Indonesians.
Step 2Trade 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.
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). Nothing is submitted for Sharjah mainland company formation for Indonesians until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Sharjah mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin.
Documents required
For Sharjah mainland company formation for Indonesians the issuing authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visa
- Educational certificates attested by the Indonesia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Passport photographs on a white background
- A police clearance certificate from Indonesia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
The figures below for Sharjah mainland company formation for Indonesians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. All prices for Sharjah mainland company formation for Indonesians 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from Sharjah mainland company formation for Indonesians can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. 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 for Indonesians.
Why GoldenKey
As a rule, after your Sharjah licence is granted, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. GoldenKey's consultants have handled Sharjah mainland company formation for Indonesians for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. You deal with one named adviser from the first call until your Sharjah licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally.
Put simply, if you would like a written quotation for Sharjah mainland company formation for Indonesians, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sharjah mainland company formation take?
With paperwork and a tenancy contract ready, the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) as a rule issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
How much office space do I need for a Sharjah mainland licence?
In practice, 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.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Sharjah mainland company?
In our experience, 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.
How long does the process take for Indonesian applicants?
As we tell every client, processing for Indonesians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Indonesia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Do Indonesians need a UAE visa before applying for Sharjah?
No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Indonesia with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is handled afterwards.
