Sharjah
SPC Free Zone (Sharjah Publishing City)
Licenses issued in as little as a few hours, 1,500+ activities and a dual-license option covering Sharjah mainland.
SPC Free Zone (Sharjah Publishing City) started as the world's first publishing-focused freezone but now licenses more than 1,500 activities — and it has built a reputation for the fastest license issuance in the UAE, often within hours of a complete application.
Its standout feature is the dual-license option, which pairs your freezone license with a Sharjah mainland permit, letting you serve the local market directly. Combined with budget pricing and visa-inclusive packages, SPC is one of the strongest all-round value picks in the northern emirates.
Key Advantages
Same-Day Licensing
Complete applications are often licensed within hours.
1,500+ Activities
Far beyond publishing — trading, services, consultancy and e-commerce.
Dual License Option
Add a Sharjah mainland permit to trade onshore directly.
Budget Packages
Entry licenses typically from around AED 5,750.
Visa-Inclusive Bundles
Packages with residence visas and flexi-desk facilities.
Lifetime Visa Option
SPC has offered long-validity visa promotions — ask DBM what's current.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can I get an SPC Free Zone license?
With complete documents, SPC regularly issues licenses the same day — often within a few hours. Visas then take 1–2 weeks.
What is the SPC dual license?
It combines your freezone license with a Sharjah mainland permit so you can trade directly in the local market — useful for retail, services and anyone selling onshore.
How much does an SPC license cost?
Entry packages typically start around AED 5,750, with visa-inclusive options above that. DBM confirms current promotions in your free consultation.
Start Your Company in SPC Free Zone
Get a free consultation and an itemised, no-surprises quote — usually within the hour.