Hamriyah Free Zone Company Setup in Sharjah
Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZA) is an industrial and trading free zone in Sharjah, suited to manufacturers, warehousing operators and import-export businesses that need large facilities. Bizstart handles your Hamriyah setup end to end: licence, visas and bank account.
A Hamriyah Free Zone company gives you 100% foreign ownership from a Sharjah address, with industrial and warehousing facilities, government fees and issuance typically within 1 to 7 working days.
- 100% foreign ownership
- Industrial and warehouse facilities
- Sharjah port access
- 0% tax on qualifying income
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What Is Hamriyah Free Zone?
Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZA) is a Sharjah industrial free zone with port access, warehousing and land plots that licences companies with 100% foreign ownership, suited to manufacturing, trading and logistics businesses.
Hamriyah sits on the coast of Sharjah, adjacent to the Hamriyah port, which gives licensees direct access to shipping and freight infrastructure. The zone is one of the largest industrial free zones in the Northern Emirates, with facilities ranging from flexi-desks to full factory plots.
According to the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA), the zone covers over 22 million square metres and hosts companies in oil and gas, petrochemicals, steel, food processing, general trading and logistics. Its industrial focus distinguishes it from media-oriented zones such as SHAMS and service-oriented zones such as IFZA.
Hamriyah Free Zone operates under the Sharjah government and carries a Sharjah address. The zone's advantage is physical infrastructure: port berths, warehouses and industrial land at costs below Dubai industrial zones such as JAFZA and Dubai South. Founders who need IFZA Free Zone Company Setup in Dubai are looking for a Dubai service licence, not industrial space.
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The Hamriyah setup topic breaks into the six areas below. Each links to a full guide on that part of the process.
Hamriyah Cost
The full fee breakdown by licence type and facility option.
Hamriyah cost breakdown →Hamriyah Visas
How visa quotas work and how to add residence visas.
Hamriyah visa guide →Renew Hamriyah Licence
The renewal process, timeline, fees and common mistakes.
Hamriyah renewal guide →Close a Hamriyah Company
How to cancel your licence and the liquidation steps.
Hamriyah closure guide →Convert to Mainland
How to move a Hamriyah company to a mainland licence.
Hamriyah conversion guide →Hamriyah Regulations
Compliance rules, reporting and regulatory requirements.
Hamriyah regulations →How Much Does Hamriyah Free Zone Cost?
A Hamriyah Free Zone licence costs vary by licence type and facility , with commercial, industrial and trading licence categories each carrying different fee structures. Government fees are always shown separately from the Bizstart service fee.
The table below shows the estimated cost components for a Hamriyah Free Zone setup. Exact fees depend on the licence category, facility size and visa count.
| Component | Estimated cost (AED) |
|---|---|
| Trading licence | contact for quote |
| Industrial licence | contact for quote |
| Warehouse lease (annual) | varies by size |
| Per-visa (each) | ~4,000–6,000 |
Indicative prices. Actual cost varies with government fees, your business activity and visa requirements — ask us for an exact quote.
Hamriyah’s cost advantage comes from its Sharjah location and the availability of large industrial plots at prices below Dubai industrial zones such as JAFZA and Dubai South. Send your activity and facility requirements on WhatsApp for an exact quote. The full fee breakdown sits on the Hamriyah Free Zone Licence Cost and Fees page.
Is Hamriyah cheaper than Dubai industrial zones?
Yes. Hamriyah offers industrial warehouses, land plots and port access at costs below Dubai-based zones such as JAFZA and Dubai South, primarily because Sharjah land and government fees are lower. The trade-off is a Sharjah address and a location further from Dubai's commercial centre. Manufacturers and traders who need large facilities at the lowest cost choose Hamriyah; those who need a Dubai address choose a Dubai zone.
Why Choose Hamriyah Free Zone?
Founders choose Hamriyah for industrial facilities, port access and competitive land costs in a free zone that supports manufacturing, warehousing and large-scale trading.
Hamriyah is one of the few UAE free zones that combines a deep-water port with industrial land plots and pre-built warehouses. This makes it the default choice for businesses that need to import raw materials, manufacture products and export from Sharjah.
The zone suits oil and gas supply chains, steel fabrication, food processing, building materials and general trading companies that need physical facilities. Service-based and digital businesses that do not need warehouse space are better served by lighter zones such as UAE free zones focused on office-based activities.
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Where is Hamriyah Free Zone located?
Hamriyah Free Zone is located on the coast of Sharjah, adjacent to the Hamriyah port, approximately 25 kilometres north of Sharjah city centre. The zone covers over 22 million square metres of industrial and commercial land.
The coastal location gives licensees direct access to the Hamriyah port for shipping, container handling and bonded warehousing. The zone is connected to Sharjah's road network and sits within driving distance of Dubai and the Northern Emirates.
What types of businesses operate in Hamriyah?
Hamriyah hosts manufacturers, traders, logistics operators and supply chain companies. The zone's largest sectors include oil and gas services, petrochemicals, steel fabrication, food processing, building materials and general import-export trading.
The zone issues commercial, industrial and service licences, and its facility options range from flexi-desks and offices to land plots and pre-built warehouses. Businesses that need physical infrastructure choose Hamriyah for the combination of space and cost.
How long does a Hamriyah company take to set up?
A Hamriyah Free Zone licence is typically issued within 1 to 7 working days once the documents and payment are submitted. Facility allocation (warehouse, land) may take longer depending on availability and the size of the plot.
The residence visa follows the licence and adds one to three weeks for each visa holder, covering the entry permit, medical, Emirates ID and stamping steps.
Can I open a bank account with a Hamriyah company?
Yes, Hamriyah Free Zone companies open UAE corporate bank accounts. Because the zone carries a Sharjah address, some banks apply additional compliance review compared with Dubai-address zones, but a trading or industrial company with clear activity and inventory tends to pass smoothly.
Bizstart prepares the bank application and introduces you to the bank most suitable for your industry. Trading companies with regular shipments and invoices generally have the smoothest banking experience.
Does Hamriyah have port access?
Yes, Hamriyah Free Zone sits directly adjacent to the Hamriyah port, which offers container berths, bulk cargo facilities and bonded warehousing. Licensees use the port for importing raw materials and exporting finished goods without transiting through Sharjah or Dubai city.
The port is a key reason manufacturers and traders choose Hamriyah over inland free zones. Freight costs and transit times are lower when the factory or warehouse sits next to the port.
Do UAE companies pay corporate tax?
According to the UAE Federal Tax Authority, UAE companies pay 9% corporate tax on annual taxable profit above AED 375,000 and 0% below, while free zone companies keep 0% on qualifying income and 9% on non-qualifying income.
Every company, including Hamriyah Free Zone companies, registers for corporate tax with the Federal Tax Authority even when the expected tax is zero. According to the 2021 Commercial Companies Law, this sits alongside 100% foreign ownership for most activities.
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