Free zone company
Company setup in Hamriyah Free Zone, Sharjah
Hamriyah Free Zone is an industrial free zone in the emirate of Sharjah, run by the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority and served by its own port. It suits manufacturers, oil and gas suppliers, maritime businesses and traders who need land, a warehouse or access to the quay. Caliph helps you choose the licence and the facility and prepares the application.
At a glance Fact sheet
- Emirate
- Sharjah
- Authority
- Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA)
- Location
- Al Hamriyah, on the Sharjah coast north of Ajman
- Known for
- Manufacturing, oil and gas, steel fabrication, maritime, food and logistics
- Ownership
- 100% foreign ownership
- Office options
- Offices, pre-built warehouses, industrial and commercial land plots
Overview
Hamriyah is where a large share of Sharjah's heavy industry sits. The free zone has its own port, and much of the estate is laid out as industrial plots, which is why steel fabricators, oil and gas contractors and marine businesses gather here. The authority leases industrial and commercial land alongside ready units and supports import and re-export through the port.
The zone groups its clients by sector. It promotes areas for oil and gas, industrial manufacturing, food, the maritime industry and logistics, with room for smaller firms as well. A food processor and a steel yard have very different needs for power, water, storage and quay access, so the plot or unit matters as much as the licence.
Licences cover commercial, industrial and service activities. A trading company can work from an office or a warehouse, and a factory usually leases land or a pre-built industrial unit. Requirements change with the activity and the facility, and your Caliph consultant confirms what applies to you.
Why industrial companies choose Hamriyah
A port inside the zone
Hamriyah has its own port and inner harbour, so bulky cargo, steel and marine equipment move without a long haul through the city.
Plots sized for industry
The authority leases industrial and commercial land, so you can build a plant, a yard or a storage facility to your own design.
Ready warehouses to start from
Pre-built warehouses and light industrial units let you begin operations while a larger project is planned.
Neighbours in the same trade
Oil and gas, steel, marine and food companies work side by side, which puts suppliers and subcontractors close to you.
Housing for your workforce
Labour accommodation is available on site, which matters for factories and yards with large teams.
What to have ready for Hamriyah
- Passport copies of the shareholders and the manager
- A description of the activity, and for a factory the products and the process
- Company name options
- The facility you need: office, warehouse or land, with the approximate area
- Power, water and port access requirements for industrial projects
- For a corporate shareholder or a branch, the parent company's documents and a board resolution
The authority sets the final list by licence and facility type. Industrial projects are usually asked for more technical detail than trading companies.
How setup in Hamriyah works
Define the activity
We write down exactly what you will make, store, repair or trade, because this decides the licence and the part of the zone that fits you.
Select the licence
Commercial for trading, industrial for manufacturing and processing, or service for the services named on the licence.
Match the facility
Your consultant compares offices, warehouses and plots against your space, power and port needs.
Apply to the authority
Caliph prepares the application and files it with the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority.
Sign the lease and collect the licence
After approval you sign the lease and the company documents, and the licence is issued.
Prepare to operate
We process visas for your team and help with customs registration and any extra permits your activity needs.
Good to know
- Hamriyah lies north of Ajman, so check commuting and trucking routes if your team or your customers are in Dubai.
- Industrial activities can need environmental and safety approvals in addition to the licence.
- If you build on a leased plot, the construction plans need the authority's approval before work starts.
Questions people ask
Where is Hamriyah Free Zone?
It is in Al Hamriyah, a coastal part of the emirate of Sharjah north of Ajman. The zone has its own port on the Arabian Gulf. It is licensed and managed by the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority, a Sharjah government body.
What is Hamriyah Free Zone known for?
Industry. The zone is associated with oil and gas services, steel fabrication, the maritime trade, food and general manufacturing, supported by a port and industrial land. Trading and service companies also set up here, often to serve those industries.
What licences does Hamriyah Free Zone issue?
Commercial licences for trading, including general trading and e-commerce, industrial licences for manufacturing, processing and assembly, and service licences for the services listed on the licence. Your consultant matches your activity to the right one before the application goes in.
Can I lease land and build a factory in Hamriyah?
Yes. Land plots are one of the main things the zone offers, and many factories and yards are built by the companies that use them. You lease the plot, submit your plans for approval and build. Pre-built warehouses are available if you prefer not to build.
How does Hamriyah compare with JAFZA in Dubai?
Both are port-based free zones that serve trade and industry. JAFZA is beside Jebel Ali Port in Dubai. Hamriyah is in Sharjah with its own port and a strong industrial base. The decision usually comes down to which port your cargo uses, where your workforce lives and how much land you need.
Is Hamriyah suitable for a small trading or consulting company?
It can be. The zone offers offices and smaller warehouse units alongside its industrial land. If you need only a desk and have no link to the port or the industries here, an office-based zone may be a simpler choice. Caliph shows you both options.
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