Sharjah Research, Technology & Innovation Park · Sharjah

SRTIP Free Zone

Sharjah Research, Technology & Innovation Park (SRTIP) — the lowest-cost Sharjah zone, built for tech, research and innovation-led businesses, with 100% ownership and a supportive R&D ecosystem.

SRTIP
100%YoursForeign ownership
8–10Up toVisas
5–7DaysTo set up
Flexi-deskOffice options
DistributorMainland access
The structure

Who SRTIP suits

The lowest entry price of the Sharjah zones, inside a research-and-innovation park. Strongest for tech and R&D-led businesses — here's where it fits, and where it doesn't.

A strong fit for

  • Tech startups & SaaSSoftware, platforms and product companies.
  • R&D & innovationResearch-led ventures that value the park ecosystem.
  • Sustainability & green techClean energy, water, circular-economy and climate businesses.
  • Advanced industry & engineeringPrototyping, robotics, advanced manufacturing.
  • Cost-conscious foundersA real UAE licence at AED 5,510 — second-cheapest in our line-up, behind Ajman Free Zone.
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Consider another route if

  • You specifically need a Dubai addressClients who expect a Dubai licence may prefer IFZA or Meydan.
  • Your activity isn't tech or innovation-ledA general-trading zone like SHAMS or SPC may fit better.
  • You'll sell directly to the UAE mainlandYou'd still need a distributor or a mainland licence to invoice locally.
What it costs

Cost & what's included

Base
Costed for your setupFees vary by activity, visa count and office choice

A zero-visa licence, 100% foreign-owned. Your final figure depends on:

  • How many residence visas you need
  • Your business activity — or activities
  • Workspace: flexi-desk, office or lab

We build a written quote around your exact setup, so you see the full breakdown before you commit — no surprises later.

Split payments Setup fees can be paid in instalments with Tamara. Your advisor confirms eligibility and terms with your quote.

What every SRTIP licence includes

  • 100% foreign ownership
  • Business activity on one licence
  • Flexi-desk workspace & a Sharjah address
  • Access to the innovation-park ecosystem
  • Corporate bank account introduction (a Bizvisor service, not a zone inclusion)
At a glance

The essentials

Legal structure
Free Zone LLC, or a branch of an existing company
Business activities
Focused on tech, research, sustainability & innovation
Activities included
Set by the package tier you choose — we confirm the exact count with SRTIP before you commit
Corporate tax
0% on Qualifying Income if you meet the Qualifying Free Zone Person conditions — adequate substance here, audited accounts, and staying within the de minimis limits. Non-qualifying income is taxed at 9% with no AED 375,000 band. Fail the conditions and you fall into the ordinary regime: 0% to AED 375,000, 9% above
VAT
5% — register once turnover passes AED 375,000
Immigration
Establishment card + e-channel for visas
Licence renewal
Annual
Emirate
Sharjah
The honest view

Advantages & limitations

What works in its favour
  • Lowest-cost Sharjah zone, and among the cheapest anywhere in the UAE.
  • Tech & innovation ecosystem — labs, R&D and a startup community.
  • 100% foreign ownership, with no local partner or sponsor.
  • Strong fit for sustainability and advanced-industry ventures.
Worth knowing first
  • Best for tech & research — less suited to unrelated general trading.
  • Sharjah, not Dubai — some clients still prefer a Dubai address.
  • Selling to the UAE mainland needs a distributor or a dual licence.
How it stacks up

SRTIP vs the alternatives

SRTIPSHAMSSPCIFZA
Starting costfrom 5,510from 6,885from 6,895from 12,900
Visa capacityUp to 8–10Up to 8–10Up to 8–10Up to 3
Best forTech & researchMedia & creativePublishing & tradingDubai services
LocationSharjahSharjahSharjahDubai

In short: SRTIP is among the lowest-cost picks and the best home for tech and research. Choose SHAMS or SPC for general trading and media, or IFZA if you specifically need a Dubai address.

The process

From plan to trading in about a week

1
Get your planPackage, exact cost and timeline confirmed.
2
RegisterLicence issued with SRTIP.
3
Card & visaEstablishment card and visa stamping.
4
Bank & go liveCorporate account intro — you're trading.
FAQ

Common questions

Ask AgentBiz

An SRTIP licence starts from AED 5,510 for a zero-visa package — the second-cheapest we list, behind Ajman Free Zone at AED 4,888. The entry price is zero-visa, so no establishment card is needed yet; it comes with the visa-bearing packages, and visas and extra activities are priced to your exact setup. we send a full written breakdown before you commit.

It's built for tech, research, innovation and sustainability, and that's where it's strongest. If your activity is unrelated general trading, a zone like SHAMS or SPC may suit you better — we'll advise.

Yes. SRTIP is a free zone, so you keep 100% foreign ownership — no local partner or sponsor required.

Up to 8–10, scaling with the office tier you take. We confirm the current allocation with SRTIP for your tier before you commit.

Not directly. You'd sell to the mainland through a local distributor, or add a dual licence — we'll advise the cleanest route for your activity.

Usually within about a week once your documents are in order, with visa stamping shortly after.

Yes. We prepare your application, match you to the right bank for your activity, and support you through onboarding.

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