Established in 1995 beside Sharjah International Airport, SAIF Zone hosts thousands of companies across trading, services and light manufacturing. Its pitch is practical: genuine 24-hour licence issuance for straightforward files, warehouses and labour accommodation on site, and airport cargo adjacency at Sharjah prices, with Dubai forty minutes away.
It suits traders and light manufacturers who want physical facilities without Dubai rents.
SAIF Zone at a Glance
LocationSharjah Airport
Established1995
Best forTrading & light industry
FacilitiesWarehouses on site
Ownership100% foreign
Timeline24 hours to 1 week
Why Choose SAIF Zone
Real facilities, real speed, sensible cost.
24-Hour Licensing
Clean applications can carry a licence the next business day.
On-Site Warehousing
Pre-built units from 125 sqm with office fronts, ready to occupy.
Airport Cargo
Sharjah airport freight capacity at your gate for regional distribution.
Labour Accommodation
Staff housing inside the zone simplifies workforce logistics.
Sharjah Cost Base
Facilities and visas priced well under Dubai equivalents.
Central Geography
Reach Dubai, the northern emirates and Oman routes within an hour.
Setup Process at SAIF Zone
01
Package Selection
We match the right SAIF Zone licence type, activity list and visa package to your plan and budget.
02
Application & KYC
Passport copies, photo and application forms are submitted; we handle all authority correspondence.
03
Licence Issued
Fees paid and your SAIF Zone licence, lease and incorporation documents are released.
04
Visas & Banking
Establishment card, residence visas and Emirates ID, then bank account introductions.
SAIF suits air-linked trade and lighter units; Hamriyah suits heavier industry and sea freight with its own port. We compare both for your facility needs.