There are many differences between a FreeZone company and other forms of
business setup in Sharjah. Firstly, FreeZone companies are allowed to do
business anywhere in the Sharjah and outside the Sharjah.
foreign investors or entrepreneurs were not allowed to form a
business in the Sharjah FreeZone with 100% ownership. It was mandatory to
have a local sponsor with 51% of company shares allotted to them. This
obligation has been revoked as per the new Dubai company law. This allows
foreign entrepreneurs to own 100% of their company shares in the Dubai
FreeZone
Another major advantage differentiating FreeZone companies from others is the
office space requirement and setup. Physical office space is required to
obtain a FreeZone business setup license in Sharjah. FreeZone businesses
have the advantage of setting up office spaces anywhere that suits them.
FreeZone companies also do not have any restrictions when it comes to visa
eligibility. The number of visas issued is directly proportional to the area
of workspace/office space that the company has.
Sharjah FreeZone companies also have business aids, tax exemptions, and other
benefits in compliance with the latest laws.