Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZA), Sharjah
Trade. Manufacture.
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About Hamriyah Free Zone
Sharjah’s Gateway to Industry and Global Trade.
Established in 1995, Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZA) is one of the largest and most dynamic free zones in the UAE. Located in Sharjah, with direct access to the Arabian Gulf and strategic proximity to Sharjah International Airport and Hamriyah Port, HFZA connects businesses seamlessly to global markets by sea, land, and air.
Home to more than 6,500 companies from over 160 countries, HFZA is known for its low-cost setup, large-scale industrial facilities, and business-friendly regulations.
Business Activities In Dubai CommerCity
- Industrial manufacturing and heavy industries
- Oil, gas, and petrochemical services
- Trading, import, and export businesses
- Warehousing, logistics, and distribution
- Food processing and packaging
- Steel, construction, and building materials
- Marine and shipbuilding services
- Consultancy and professional services
Why Choose Hamriyah Free Zone?
Where Industry Meets Global Trade.
HFZA is more than a free zone—it’s an industrial hub designed for international trade and manufacturing. With its access to deep-water ports, large industrial plots, and competitive setup costs, HFZA provides the perfect base for companies seeking long-term growth.
With HFZA, you benefit from:
- Strategic location with access to Sharjah’s seaport and airport
- 100% foreign ownership and profit repatriation
- 0% personal and corporate income tax
- Wide range of industrial and trading facilities
- Competitive lease rates for land, warehouses, and offices
- Simple, fast company registration process
- Strong ecosystem for heavy industry and manufacturing
- Gateway to regional and global trade routes
Advantages of HFZA
Benefits of Setting Up Your Business in Hamriyah Free Zone
HFZA combines location, scale, and affordability to support businesses of all sizes.
100% Foreign Ownership
0% Personal and Corporate Tax
No restrictions on capital repatriation
Cost-effective setup packages
Industrial land and warehouses
Access to airports and seaports
Flexible trade and service licenses
Reputation in oil, gas & manufacturing
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Types of Business Licenses in HFZA
Choose the right license that matches your industry.
Hamriyah Free Zone was established as a strategic hub for trade and industry, designed to support manufacturing, logistics, and international commerce. With access to Sharjah’s airports and seaports, competitive costs, and ready industrial land and warehouses, it provides an ideal platform for companies in oil and gas, petrochemicals, food processing, steel, and construction. Today, it has evolved into a well-connected hub attracting global enterprises, SMEs, and startups across diverse industrial and trading sectors.
Dubai CommerCity offers licenses designed for e-commerce and supporting industries:
- General Trading License
Allows broad trading activities under one license.
- Commercial License
For trading, import, and export of goods.
- Service License
Covers consultancy, professional, and service-based activities.
- Industrial License
For manufacturing, processing, and assembly operations.
- Branch License
Enables existing local or international companies to establish a branch in HFZA.
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Freezone license FAQ
Here are a few of the common ones that we get, along with answers to the questions. Contact us if any of your questions are not answered here.
1. How long does it take to set up in HFZA?
Company setup typically takes 1–2 weeks, depending on the license type.
2. Can I have 100% foreign ownership in HFZA?
Yes. HFZA allows 100% foreign ownership with full profit repatriation.
3. Is HFZA only for industrial companies?
No. While HFZA is well-known for manufacturing and heavy industry, it also supports trading and service companies.
4. Can HFZA companies open corporate bank accounts?
Yes. HFZA-licensed entities are recognized by leading local and international banks.
5. Can I sponsor employees and family members with an HFZA license?
Yes. HFZA companies can sponsor staff and dependents under UAE immigration rules.
