Hamriyah FREE Zone Authority

Introduction

Hamriyah FREE Zone Authority is one of the world’s largest, fully fledged industrial/commercially free zone, and is situated in the emirate of Sharjah. In addition to benefiting from proximity to Hamriyah Port, HFZA has easy access to road, rail and sea transport. This makes HFZA ideal for businesses engaged in Manufacturing; Heavy Industry; Logistics; Oil & Gas Services; Marine Activities; and Trading. In addition to offering full flexibility through generic industrial land; customised Warehouse and Office solutions; HFZA is suited for both Small-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and large-scale Industrial operations that plan for longevity.

Highlights & benefits

Industrial Focus

The area will be developed for use by manufacturing, heavy industries and very large businesses.

Strategic Port Access

There will be direct access to the Hamriyah Port and all Major Highways around the area.

Long-term Lease Options

Long term lease options available for industrial land use.

Cost Effective Setups

Cost effective pricing on all types of licenses, warehousing and land.

100% Foreign Owned

100% Foreign owned businesses with complete profit and capital repatriation.

Process Flow

1

Obtaining Initial Approval

Submit your application together with a selected business activity and legal form to receive through a review by the appropriate authority.

2

Reserving A Company Name

The proposed name for your company must be approved and reserved.

3

Obtaining a Trade License

You will need to submit incorporation documents, pay all applicable fees and obtain a trade license.

4

Getting An Establishment Card or File with Immigration

To get through the establishment of processes needed for visa processing you will need to open an immigration file and be given an establishment card.

5

Visa Process

You will need to complete the process to obtain investor or employee visas which includes completing medical tests, registering for Emirates ID and having your visa stamped.

6

Setting Up Corporate Bank Account

You will receive assistance with the procedures involved in opening a corporate bank account in the UAE.