Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF)

Set up your new company within a highly cost-effective industrial-free zone in the United Arab Emirates.

ABOUT SHARJAH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FREE ZONE

Establish your business within a premier industrial and logistics-focused free zone.

Having been founded in 1995, the Sharjah International Airport Free Zone (SAIF) has emerged as a highly desirable and cost-efficient free zone within the UAE, catering to logistics, trade, and manufacturing sectors. Additionally, Sharjah’s significant share of 34% in the country’s industrial activity further bolsters SAIF’s reputation and continuous expansion.

Distinguished by its advanced infrastructure and cutting-edge services, Sharjah Airport Free Zone holds the distinction of being the world’s first ISO 9001-certified free airport zone.

The most popular business activities in the SAIF Zone are:

  • Services
  • Business Consultancy
  • Shipping & Freight Forwarding
  • E-commerce
  • Manufacturing
  • Packaging
  • Processing
  • Assembling
  • Jewelry manufacturing
ABOUT SHARJAH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FREE ZONE

Benefits of SAIF's distinctive infrastructure, location, and networks for business expansion.

SAIF Zone, a thriving free zone, offers a vibrant business ecosystem to enterprises across diverse industries. Situated in close proximity to Sharjah International Airport and one of the world’s largest cargo airports, along with five container ports, it also benefits from its proximity to Dubai International Airport. This seamless connectivity has attracted over 8,000 companies from 165 countries to establish their presence here. Renowned for its efficiency, reliability, and streamlined business processes, SAIF Zone provides a solid foundation for businesses with its swift services and simplified procedures.

SAIF Zone members gain exclusive advantages in the business realm, such as:

  • Networking opportunities with 8000+ multinational companies
  • 100% recruitment of expatriates
  • Fast customs clearance on site
  • Access to full-fledged and highly specialized jewellery production
BENEFITS OF SETTING UP YOUR BUSINESS IN SHARJAH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FREE ZONE (SAIF)

Endless prospects for business and personal growth

Recognized as a super brand, Sharjah International Airport Free Zone (SAIF) provides compelling advantages that entice global corporations like DHL, Aramex, Infosys, and more. Its prime location, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and customer-centric services have attracted numerous multinational companies to expand and thrive. Experience the unparalleled advantages of operating your business in one of the most cost-effective industrial-free zones.

100% business ownership

SAIF Zone enables companies to enjoy complete foreign ownership and unrestricted repatriation of capital, up to 100%.

Tax Exemptions

0% personal income taxes and import/export duty exemptions.

Strategic location

Extensive connectivity through highways, cargo airports, and seaports.

ISO certified

World’s first ISO-9001 certified Airport Free Zone.

Wide range of facilities

Business amenities encompass warehouses, individual offices, manufacturing units, and industrial plots.

Simplified setup

Initiate your business promptly with a round-the-clock licensing service.

COMMERCIAL FACILITIES AVAILABLE IN THE FREE ZONE

A diverse range of top-notch facilities in SAIF

SAIF provides a wide array of facility options, including offices, warehouses, container parking, labour accommodation, and plots ranging from 2,500 sq.m. and beyond for tailor-made warehouses and factories. We can offer you customized business setup packages, keep you updated on ongoing offers, and provide access to a comprehensive selection of facilities in SAIF. Our assistance covers every step of your company formation journey, and we ensure professional support even after obtaining the business license.

RECEIVE A RESULT IN FIFTY-SECONDS

1Pro Centre DMCC is available to help you select the ideal corporate structure, location, and facilities for your UAE-based company.

TYPES OF BUSINESS LICENSES IN SHARJAH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FREE ZONE

Select from the range of licenses available in the SAIF Zone.

Sharjah International Airport Free Zone’s streamlined processes and dedicated staff make it an ideal destination for company formation. With a single-window approach and efficient personnel, the free zone expedites licensing and permit issuance, often completing the process within a day.

The following license types are available in SAIF:

  • Commercial license – Encompassed within its scope are the import, export, distribution, consolidation, storage, and warehousing of products, limited to a maximum of three similar product lines.
  • General trading – Can acquire a commercial license that enables your business to encompass a wide range of products.
  • Service license – The holder is authorized to exclusively provide the service specified in the license.
  • Industrial license – Importation of raw materials, followed by manufacturing, processing, assembling, packaging, and ultimately exporting the finished product.
Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF)
Our Services

Customized packages meeting all your business needs

If you are considering setting up a business in RAKEZ, 1Pro Centre DMCC is here to provide you with full assistance in crafting a personalized package, creating the most suitable company structure, finding the right facility for your future business, and supporting you along your way to success in one of the most fast-growing UAE Free Zones

The most popular management consulting packages at 1Pro Centre DMCC are listed below. We do not provide business setup and immigration assistance only, we carefully analyze your requirements and provide the best solution for your business. We assist you in establishing the company, immigrating of your family members and employees opening the bank account, and providing full support after the company has been established. For a customized proposal for your business in the UAE, please contact our Business Setup Experts.

As the most reputable and trusted management consulting firm in the UAE, we guarantee high-quality and 100% transparent services throughout the entire company formation process.

Below you will find the list of services included in our Business Setup Package:

  • Business setup consultancy
  • Regular updates regarding the full process
  • Initial approval: company name, activity, shareholder’s structure
  • Business plan summary creation
  • Company registration
  • Facility arrangement (Business Park)
  • Company licensing
  • Establishment card
  • Company stamp
  • Company letterhead
  • Company profile
  • Accounts Guide for UAE Businesses not registered for VAT
  • FREE Documents Expiration Notifications after one year

Since we highly respect and value the time of our clients, when applying for a UAE Residence Visa, we provide our clients with a pick-up from their hotel, transportation to the authorities, and a drop-off at their hotel so they do not have to rush around doing medical testing and collecting documents.

Below you will find the list of services included in our UAE Resident Visa Package and related costs:

  • Assessment of Individuals Documents
  • Review of Required Documents
  • Obtaining Entry Permit
  • Typing for Medical Test and Emirates ID
  • Full Assistance in Medical Test, including transfers
  • Full Assistance in EID Biometrics, including transfers
  • Obtaining Visa Stamping
  • Collection of Emirates ID
  • Free document expiration notification after 3 years

In our capacity as the most caring management consultancy in the UAE, we ensure that our clients have no reason to worry: we will find the best UAE bank that suits your business needs, prepare all your documents, and arrange a meeting with the banker at our office.

Below you will find the list of services included in our Bank Account Opening Package:

  • Assessment of individual/corporate background
  • Preparation of Required Documents with a Company Profile specially designed for banks
  • Coordination with Relationship Officer before account opening application meeting
  • Scheduling a meeting with Relationship Officer
  • Full Assistance during bank account opening application and interview
  • Follow-up of account opening
  • Regular updates
  • Introduction of Official Relationship Manager
  • 400 Monthly Transactions
  • Daily Transactions Recording (sales, purchase, general)
  • Monthly Accounting Reports (sales, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash & bank reconciliation, expense report)
  • Monthly Management Reports (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement)
  • Quarterly Management Reports
  • Fixed Asset Register
  • Financial Analysis
  • Quarterly VAT Return Filing
  • Annually Financial Reports
  • Annually End of Services & Gratuity Calculation
  • Dedicated Account Manager
Business Setup

As the most reputable and trusted management consulting firm in the UAE, we guarantee high-quality and 100% transparent services throughout the entire company formation process.

Below you will find the list of services included in our Business Setup Package:

  • Business setup consultancy
  • Regular updates regarding the full process
  • Initial approval: company name, activity, shareholder’s structure
  • Business plan summary creation
  • Company registration
  • Facility arrangement (Business Park)
  • Company licensing
  • Establishment card
  • Company stamp
  • Company letterhead
  • Company profile
  • Accounts Guide for UAE Businesses not registered for VAT
  • FREE Documents Expiration Notifications after one year
UAE Resident Visa

Since we highly respect and value the time of our clients, when applying for a UAE Residence Visa, we provide our clients with a pick-up from their hotel, transportation to the authorities, and a drop-off at their hotel so they do not have to rush around doing medical testing and collecting documents.

Below you will find the list of services included in our UAE Resident Visa Package and related costs:

  • Assessment of Individuals Documents
  • Review of Required Documents
  • Obtaining Entry Permit
  • Typing for Medical Test and Emirates ID
  • Full Assistance in Medical Test, including transfers
  • Full Assistance in EID Biometrics, including transfers
  • Obtaining Visa Stamping
  • Collection of Emirates ID
  • Free document expiration notification after 3 years
Bank Account

In our capacity as the most caring management consultancy in the UAE, we ensure that our clients have no reason to worry: we will find the best UAE bank that suits your business needs, prepare all your documents, and arrange a meeting with the banker at our office.

Below you will find the list of services included in our Bank Account Opening Package:

  • Assessment of individual/corporate background
  • Preparation of Required Documents with a Company Profile specially designed for banks
  • Coordination with Relationship Officer before account opening application meeting
  • Scheduling a meeting with Relationship Officer
  • Full Assistance during bank account opening application and interview
  • Follow-up of account opening
  • Regular updates
  • Introduction of Official Relationship Manager
Accounting & VAT Support
  • 400 Monthly Transactions
  • Daily Transactions Recording (sales, purchase, general)
  • Monthly Accounting Reports (sales, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash & bank reconciliation, expense report)
  • Monthly Management Reports (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement)
  • Quarterly Management Reports
  • Fixed Asset Register
  • Financial Analysis
  • Quarterly VAT Return Filing
  • Annually Financial Reports
  • Annually End of Services & Gratuity Calculation
  • Dedicated Account Manager