Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZA)
A heavy-industry and maritime powerhouse with its own deep-water port.
Overview
Established in 1995, Hamriyah Free Zone is a large, industry- and logistics-focused Sharjah free zone built around its own deep-water and inner-harbour ports. It's a heavyweight for manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemicals, steel and maritime, offering extensive land plots, warehouses and port access, while still catering to trading and service companies.
Key benefits
- 100% foreign ownership; 0% personal/qualifying-income corporate tax
- Deep-water port and dedicated harbour access
- Large industrial land plots and warehouses at competitive rates
- Exemption from import/export duties within the zone
- Entry packages include a small furnished office
- 1-day company registration when requirements are met
Business activities & licenses
HFZA supports a range of license types and activities, including:
- Industrial (manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemical, steel, maritime)
- Commercial / trading
- Service / professional
Ownership & visas
100% foreign ownership — no local sponsor required.
Entry 'office' packages typically allow a limited number of visas; larger quotas come with bigger offices, warehouses or land.
Cost & timeline
Indicative from ~AED 11,000 for a commercial license with a small office; AED 10,000–30,000+ depending on license and facility.
Registration in as little as 1 working day; visas add time.
Prices are indicative starting points, not quotes. Government and free-zone fees change frequently — we confirm current, all-in figures before you commit.
Is HFZA right for you?
Manufacturers, industrial operators, oil & gas, petrochemical, maritime and heavy-trading businesses needing port access, land and warehousing at a lower cost than Dubai.
What makes HFZA different
- Has its own deep-water port and inner harbour — rare among UAE zones.
- Long-established (1995) industrial powerhouse.
Compare alternatives
How HFZA compares
| Free zone | Emirate | License from* | Typical timeline | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HFZA This page | Sharjah | AED 11,000/yr | Registration in as little as 1 working day; visas add time | Manufacturing · Oil & gas |
| SHAMS → | Sharjah | AED 5,750/yr | Registration in as little as 24 hours; add visa processing time | Cheapest · Freelancers |
| SPC → | Sharjah | AED 5,000/yr | Often same-day to a few working days for the license | Cheapest · Dual license |
| DAFZA → | Dubai | AED 15,000/yr | ~2–4 weeks | Import/export · Logistics |
* Indicative license-only starting points for budgeting — not quotes. Compare all 17 zones
HFZA — frequently asked questions
01How much does it cost to set up in HFZA?＋
Indicative from ~AED 11,000 for a commercial license with a small office; AED 10,000–30,000+ depending on license and facility. These are indicative figures for budgeting — Incorporate Dubai will confirm current, all-in pricing for your activity and visa needs.
02Can I own 100% of my HFZA company?＋
100% foreign ownership — no local sponsor required.
03How many visas can I get with HFZA?＋
Entry 'office' packages typically allow a limited number of visas; larger quotas come with bigger offices, warehouses or land.
04How long does HFZA setup take?＋
Registration in as little as 1 working day; visas add time. Timelines depend on document readiness, visa processing and bank onboarding.
05Who is HFZA best for?＋
Manufacturers, industrial operators, oil & gas, petrochemical, maritime and heavy-trading businesses needing port access, land and warehousing at a lower cost than Dubai.