Set Up a Company in Hamriyah Free Zone
Second largest industrial free zone in the UAE. Port access. Heavy industry and manufacturing focused.
Hamriyah Free Zone
Hamriyah Free Zone Authority
- Hamriyah, Sharjah, Sharjah
- Regulated by Hamriyah Free Zone Authority
- Established 1995
- Official website
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Why Choose HFZA?
Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) is the second largest industrial free zone in the UAE. Located on the coast with port access, HFZA is ideal for heavy industry, manufacturing, and logistics businesses requiring significant operational facilities.
Large Industrial Zone
Second largest industrial free zone in the UAE.
Port Access
Coastal location with port facilities.
Heavy Industry
Suitable for manufacturing and heavy industry.
Customisable Plots
Industrial land plots available for development.
Competitive Costs
More affordable than Dubai industrial zones.
High Visa Quota
Up to 200 visas for larger operations.
Important: What HFZA companies cannot do
- Located in Sharjah — further from central Dubai
- Industrial focus may not suit service businesses
- Less prestigious for non-industrial businesses
HFZA Setup Costs — 2026 Pricing
Prices shown are indicative of 2026 market rates. Exact costs depend on your chosen activities, visa quota, and office package. Get an exact quote →
Year 1 total: ~AED 15,000+ |Annual renewal: From AED 9,750. Year 2 onwards is typically 30–40% less as registration fees are one-off.
How to Register a Company in HFZA
Choose Your Activities
Select up to 1-3 business activities from HFZA's approved list.
Reserve Your Company Name
Choose a unique company name following UAE naming rules. Must include FZE or FZCO suffix.
Submit Documents
Passport copy, photo, proof of address. Can be processed 100% remotely.
Receive Initial Approval
HFZA reviews your application. Initial approval typically takes 5 business days.
Pay & Receive Your Licence
After payment, your trade licence is issued within 5-14 working days.
Apply for Visas
With your licence, apply for UAE residence visas. Process takes 3-5 weeks with in-person medical and biometrics.
UAE Residence Visas Through HFZA
Visa Quota
With a HFZA licence you can sponsor up to 200 residence visas depending on your office package. Flexi desk packages typically allow 3 visas.
Visa Cost
Each UAE residence visa through HFZA costs approximately AED 3,500 – 5,000 including entry permit, medical test, Emirates ID, and visa stamping fees.
Visa Validity
UAE free zone residence visas are valid for 2–3 years and can be renewed. Your visa is tied to your company — if the licence lapses, visas must be renewed or cancelled.