Sharjah's industrial port free zone
Business Setup in Hamriyah Free Zone
Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZA) in Sharjah is a large industrial free zone with its own deep-water port. It suits manufacturers, oil and gas companies, steel, petrochemicals, building materials and logistics firms that need land or warehouses.
Quick answer
Hamriyah Free Zone is a Sharjah free zone run by the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA), next to Hamriyah Port. It offers 100% foreign ownership, trading, service and industrial licences, and facilities from executive desks to warehouses and industrial land. It is a strong option for heavy and light industry in the northern emirates.
Why Hamriyah Free Zone?
Hamriyah combines affordable land and warehousing with a port that can handle large vessels, making it ideal for import-heavy and production-focused businesses. Sharjah's mainland markets and Dubai are both within reach by road.
- Large industrial plots and ready-built warehouses
- Own port with deep-water berths
- Clusters for oil and gas, steel, maritime and food processing
- Competitive rents within Sharjah
Licence types at HFZA
- Trading licence for import, export and distribution
- Service licence for consultancy and support services
- Industrial licence for manufacturing and processing
- National industrial licence (where eligible) for selling into the UAE
Key benefits of Hamriyah Free Zone
Port-side location
Ship directly from Hamriyah Port.
Industrial land
Plots and warehouses for heavy and light industry.
Cost control
Sharjah rents and fees are typically below Dubai's.
Sector clusters
Oil & gas, steel, maritime and food zones.
Close to our office
Our Sharjah team supports you on site.
Full ownership
100% foreign-owned FZE/FZC.
How the process works
Package & activity planning
We compare Hamriyah Free Zone licence packages by activity, number of visas and office type, and recommend the most cost-effective option.
Application & name reservation
We prepare the Hamriyah Free Zone application, reserve your company name and submit shareholder KYC documents.
Pre-approval & payment
Once the authority gives initial approval, we arrange payment of the licence, registration and facility fees.
Company documents
The authority issues the licence, certificate of incorporation, share certificates and the MOA/AOA, which are usually signed digitally.
Establishment card & visas
We open the immigration file, then handle entry permits, medicals, Emirates ID and residence visas for owners and staff.
Bank account & compliance
We introduce you to suitable banks and set you up for VAT, corporate tax and annual renewal reminders.
Documents usually required
- Passport copy of each shareholder and director (valid for at least 6 months)
- Recent passport-size photograph with a white background
- Current UAE visa or entry stamp copy (for residents and visitors in the UAE)
- Emirates ID copy (UAE residents)
- Home-country address proof (utility bill or bank statement)
- Short business profile or CV, where the free zone requests it
- Corporate shareholders: attested incorporation documents and board resolution
Requirements can vary by authority, nationality and activity. We confirm the exact list for your case before anything is submitted.
Why clients choose DocTrust
Transparent pricing
Every quote separates government fees from our service fee. No surprise add-ons.
Fast turnaround
We prepare, type and submit applications correctly the first time, so files are not rejected and delayed.
One point of contact
One consultant handles your file from the first call until the licence, visa or certificate is in your hands.
All 7 emirates
We are based in Sharjah and work with mainland, free zone and federal authorities across the UAE.
Hamriyah Free Zone: common questions
What businesses suit Hamriyah Free Zone?
Manufacturing, oil and gas services, steel, petrochemicals, building materials, food processing and maritime businesses benefit most from the port and land.
Can I lease land in Hamriyah?
Yes. HFZA offers industrial land on lease where you can build your own facility, as well as pre-built warehouses.
How far is Hamriyah from Dubai?
Roughly 30–45 minutes by road, depending on traffic, via the Sharjah and Emirates roads.
Speak to a Hamriyah Free Zone specialist
Share a few details and a DocTrust consultant will reply with the right approach, a list of documents and a written quote, usually within one business day.
- +971 50 515 2636
- +971 50 501 2460
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- info@doctrust.ae
- Office 03, Ground Floor, Building 1371, Muwaileh Commercial, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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