In short, choosing Sharjah mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. 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. For Slovenian entrepreneurs, the UAE is around 6 hours via Vienna or Istanbul from Ljubljana, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Slovenia, and English is the business language. The most common businesses Slovenians open through GoldenKey are in pharmaceuticals, engineering, tourism and wood products, although Sharjah supports almost any activity.
Why Sharjah
Put simply, among the strengths of a Sharjah mainland licence are Lowest-cost mainland licence among the big three emirates and Industrial zones with affordable warehouses, so local service businesses gravitate here. Just as important, sharjah International Airport is a major cargo hub. For Slovenians, the practical advantages of Sharjah are the ease of travel between Slovenia and the UAE, English is the business language, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
How Sharjah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
Importantly, 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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
In practice, you sign the memorandum of association before the notary or online, we register your tenancy contract and submit the full file.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Importantly, your Sharjah mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- A bank statement from your Slovenia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Educational certificates attested by the Slovenia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A passport issued by Slovenia with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company supporting documents for corporate shareholders
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
Pricing
All prices for Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Use the table below to compare packages for Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
- 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
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians no longer requires a local partner. In our experience, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians for international entrepreneurs.
Why GoldenKey
Crucially, our quotations for Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. Put simply, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which paperwork each of them will ask for on a Sharjah file. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through Sharjah mainland company formation for Slovenians step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Can a Sharjah mainland company trade in other emirates?
Yes, it can. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
How 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.
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.
Can a Slovenian citizen own 100% of a company in Sharjah?
Yes — Slovenians can own the full share capital of a Sharjah company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Slovenians need a UAE visa before applying for Sharjah?
No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Slovenia with scanned documents, and the investor residency visa is handled afterwards.


