Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA)

Hamriyah Free Zone Authority has taken creation in 1995, fast becoming one of the cornerstones of the United Arab Emirates industrial development. Hamriyah Free Zone is ensuring that its management is flexible and dynamic besides being an investor-oriented free zone, providing competitive incentives and unique opportunities to establish a business in a tax free environment, full company ownership, exemptions from all commercial levies and repatriation of capital and profits. The free zone manages an area of approximately twenty two million square meters of prime industrial and commercial land and a deep-water port, which is constantly expanding.

Access to 14 meter deep water port and 7 meter deep inner harbor;
Land lease for 25 years renewed for similar period;
Pre-built warehouses, factories and office units for lease;
Executive office suites in the International Business Center for lease;
On-site accommodation for investors’ personnel including recreation center and health club;
Transportation via road, 3 sea ports and Sharjah International airport;
Highly developed infrastructure and telecommunications links;
Abundant and inexpensive energy (Electricity: $0.05 per KWA, Water: $8.17 per 1000 Gallons);
Liberty for personnel recruitment and economical workforce;
Affordable cost of living.

Industrial License

This license will allow the holder to import raw materials for the purpose of manufacturing, processing and/or assembly of specified products. The finished products may be exported outside the UAE. If the finished products are sold in the UAE market then the License holder will need to do this through a local distributor or a local agent.

Commercial License

This license will allow the holder to import, export, sell, distribute and store items specified on the license. If the finished products are sold in the UAE market then the License holder will need to do this through a local distributor or a local agent.

Service License

This license allows the holder to carry out the services which are specified on the license within the Hamriyah Free Zone only.

Industrial License

Companies holding an Industrial License in Hamriyah Free Zone gain access to a comprehensive set of ownership, tax, infrastructure, and cost benefits designed to support long-term industrial growth:

Ownership & Tax Benefits

• 100% foreign company ownership is allowed
• 100% import and export tax exemption
• 100% exemption from all commercial levies
• 100% repatriation of capital and profits allowed
• No corporate profits tax and no personal income tax

Location & Infrastructure Benefits

• Strategic location to access global markets
• Access to the UAE and GCC markets
• Three seaports and an international airport nearby
• Developed infrastructure and telecommunications
• Purpose-built office accommodation, warehousing, and factory units
• Land available for lease for investor development

Cost & Lease Benefits

• 25-year land leases, renewable for a further 25 years
• Abundant and inexpensive energy
• Attractive investment incentives
• Favorable, low cost of living
• Low labor costs

Together, these benefits make Hamriyah company formation one of the more cost-effective industrial setup options in the UAE, particularly for manufacturing, trading, and logistics businesses that need direct port and airport access.

Establishing a branch. Business setup as branch of a local company or of an international company no capital is required to be deposited with the UAE bank.

A professional firm with regional focus and having a global representation, UAE Free Zones covers all aspects of doing business in the UAE. While based in the UAE, we offer comprehensive services for doing business in the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority. We are committed to provide the best business advisory services on a timely basis with personal dedication to each client, helping them with their plans and being available to help and solve simple and complex problems.

We look forward to doing business with you!

Q1: What license types are available in Hamriyah Free Zone?
A: Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) offers three main license types: an Industrial License for manufacturing, processing, and assembly of goods; a Commercial License for import, export, sale, distribution, and storage of specified items; and a Service License for carrying out approved services within the free zone.

Q2: Can foreigners own 100% of a company in Hamriyah Free Zone?
A: Yes, Hamriyah Free Zone allows 100% foreign company ownership, along with 100% import and export tax exemption, exemption from all commercial levies, and 100% repatriation of capital and profits.

Q3: Where is Hamriyah Free Zone located?
A: Hamriyah Free Zone is located in Sharjah, UAE, and manages approximately twenty two million square meters of industrial and commercial land. It has direct access to a 14 meter deep water port, a 7 meter deep inner harbor, three seaports, and Sharjah International Airport.

Q4: How long is the land lease term in Hamriyah Free Zone?
A: Land in Hamriyah Free Zone is available on a 25 year lease, which can be renewed for a further 25 year period, giving investors long-term security for industrial and commercial development.