Hamriyah: company setup
Hamriyah Free Zone Authority
Updated on 29 October 2026 · Published under the responsibility of Jason Pivron, director · Who we are
Why this zone
A port zone with an industrial vocation, offering land at costs with no equivalent in Dubai. Relevant for a production or processing project.
What to watch for
Without a real industrial project this zone serves no purpose. It is designed for heavy establishment, not for optimisation.
Fee breakdown
All-inclusive package, official fees included: registration, first-year licence, establishment card and the minimum office the zone requires; visas are not included. Then €5,090 a year to renew the licence and the minimum office.
Suited activities
- Heavy industry
- Petrochemicals and energy
- Commodities trading
- Port warehousing
Banking
Adequate for an established industrial operator.
Setting up in Hamriyah: the steps
- Scoping and choice of zone
- Name reservation and initial approval
- Licence issue
- Visa and identity
- Tax and bank account
Steps from our catalogue for the United Arab Emirates, recorded on 21 September 2026. Details and documents to provide →
Hamriyah: what is specific to it
- The zone is built around Hamriyah Port, in the emirate of Sharjah: industrial and maritime activities. Source: hfza.ae (to be checked)
Where these figures come from
- Emirate (Sharjah): hfza.ae (to be checked)
- Office, visas and setup time: our catalogue, recorded on 21 September 2026; to be checked with the zone.
- Banking: our assessment, not an authority's data.
Hamriyah free zone: frequently asked questions
How much does a Hamriyah licence cost?
From €5,190. All-inclusive package, official fees included: registration, first-year licence, establishment card and the minimum office the zone requires; visas are not included. Then €5,090 a year to renew the licence and the minimum office.
How long does company setup in Hamriyah take?
3 to 4 weeks (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
Which emirate is Hamriyah in?
Sharjah — Hamriyah Free Zone Authority.
What office does a Hamriyah company need?
Land, warehouse or office (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
How many visas with a Hamriyah company?
By floor area leased (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
Can a Hamriyah company open a bank account?
Adequate for an established industrial operator. No account can be guaranteed.
Which activities are allowed in Hamriyah?
Heavy industry · Petrochemicals and energy · Commodities trading · Port warehousing.
What should I watch out for in Hamriyah?
Without a real industrial project this zone serves no purpose. It is designed for heavy establishment, not for optimisation.