SRTIP Free Zone Company Formation – Sharjah R&D Business Setup

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Sharjah’s Smart Free Zone

Start Your Innovation Journey at SRTIP – Sharjah’s Smart Free Zone

Looking to build a business in research, technology, education, healthcare, or smart manufacturing?

SRTIP (Sharjah Research, Technology & Innovation Park) is a future-focused free zone built for innovators—offering 100% foreign ownership, zero taxes, world-class prototyping facilities, and access to 2,000+ PhD researchers from 22 universities nearby.

Why Set Up in SRTIP?

AED 5,000 license cost – one of the most affordable in UAE

100% foreign ownership – no Emirati sponsor required

0% corporate & personal income tax

8-step setup in just 7–14 business days

In-house labs like SoiLAB for R&D & prototyping

Collaboration with Sharjah’s top universities

Access to 1,500+ business activities across sectors

Available Licenses in SRTIP

Trading license

Trading License

Import/export of smart products, tech, innovation tools
service license

Service License

IT, consulting, engineering, research services
Industrial license

Industrial License

Smart manufacturing, assembly, clean tech
Corporate office with executives or consultants - holding license

Holding License

Companies managing group assets or subsidiaries
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R&D License

Startups or labs focused on applied research, technology testing

SRTIP Business Setup Process (7–14 Business Days)

  • Choose Activity & License

    Pick your business type & suitable license

  • Choose Structure

    FZE (1 owner), FZC (multi-owner), or Branch

  • Submit Application

    Online filing with documents (1–3 days)

  • Initial Approval

    Internal review by SRTIP (2–5 days)

  • Sign MoA & Lease

    Legal agreements for license & office (1–2 days)

  • Make Payment

    Pay license, lease, and visa costs (1–2 days)

  • Receive License

    Official license issued by SRTIP (2–3 days)

  • Visa Processing

    Owner, partners & employees (if needed) (7–14 days)

SRTIP Business Setup Process (7–14 Business Days)

  • Choose Activity & License

    Pick your business type & suitable license

  • Choose Structure

    FZE (1 owner), FZC (multi-owner), or Branch

  • Submit Application

    Online filing with documents (1–3 days)

  • Initial Approval

    Internal review by SRTIP (2–5 days)

  • Sign MoA & Lease

    Legal agreements for license & office (1–2 days)

  • Make Payment

    Pay license, lease, and visa costs (1–2 days)

  • Receive License

    Official license issued by SRTIP (2–3 days)

  • Visa Processing

    Owner, partners & employees (if needed) (7–14 days)

Documents Required (FZE / FZC / Branch)

Document Type FZE FZC Branch
Passport copies (owners)
Passport (managers)
Application Form
Personal Info Form
MOA & AOA
Business Plan
Lease Agreement
Board Resolution
Certificate of Incorporation
Trade Name Proof
Bank Reference Letter
NOC (if UAE resident)
*Required only for certain activities. We’ll guide you case-by-case.

SRTIP Free Zone Setup Cost

License Fee

Office Space

Visa (per person)

Additional Services

Note: Costs vary by business type, space size, and visa requirement. We’ll help you calculate the exact figure.

SRTIP FAQs

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Who is SRTIP ideal for?

It’s best for startups, R&D companies, tech firms, and manufacturing businesses that want to collaborate with academia.

Is there any corporate tax in SRTIP?

No, SRTIP offers 0% corporate and personal tax.

Can I use university labs and facilities?

Yes—SRTIP gives you access to SoiLab, Sharjah universities, and thousands of researchers.

Build the Future in Sharjah

SRTIP isn’t just a free zone—it’s an ecosystem of innovation, talent, and technology.

Launch your next-gen business with full ownership, zero tax, and UAE’s smartest setup location.

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