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Civil Company Formation IN Sharjah

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Civil Company Formation In Sharjah

Advantages of Civil Company Formation in Sharjah

Forming a civil company in Sharjah offers unique advantages, particularly for professionals in specialized sectors such as consulting, legal, medical, and engineering services. Here are some key benefits:

  1. 100% Foreign Ownership: Civil companies allow foreign professionals to retain complete ownership of their businesses, unlike other business structures that may require local sponsorship.
  2. No Capital Requirement: There is no mandatory minimum capital requirement for establishing a civil company, making it easier and more affordable for professionals to start their ventures.
  3. Mainland Operations: Civil companies can operate across Sharjah and the entire UAE mainland, providing unrestricted access to a broader market compared to free zone entities.
  4. Professional Service Focus: This business structure is specifically designed for those offering specialized professional services, allowing them to focus solely on their areas of expertise.
  5. Tax Efficiency: Sharjah’s favourable tax environment, with no personal or corporate income taxes, enhances profitability and financial efficiency.
  6. Business Flexibility: Civil companies can engage in a wide range of professional activities, offering the flexibility to expand or diversify services as needed.

These advantages make civil company formation an appealing option for professionals seeking to establish and grow their businesses in Sharjah’s dynamic market.

Process to Open an Civil Company in Sharjah
(Sharjah Mainland Setup Process)

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Step 01

Setup Consultation

Begin your company formation journey with a free consultation. This step helps in selecting the most suitable location and business activity for your CIVIL COMPANY.

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Step 02

DED Profile Creation

We confirm if you have previously entered the UAE to create a profile in the Department of Economic Development (DED). This profile creation requires an active mobile number and email ID and allows you to complete the licensing process without being physically present in the UAE.

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Step 03

Initial Approval

After profile creation and selection of your desired business activity, we proceed with obtaining initial approval from the Sharjah economic Department (DED).

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Step 04

Trade Name Reservation

Provide us with three preferred business names to check for availability. Once a name is available, we reserve it for your business license. As per DED regulations, the activity type must be mentioned after the chosen business name.

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Step 05

Civil Agreement

In company formation, a civil agreement outlines the roles, responsibilities, and profit-sharing terms among partners, legally binding them to their commitments and business operations.

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Step 06

Office Tenancy

If you have your own office space, provide us with the Office Tenancy certificate to link with your license application. Alternatively, we can source a virtual Office Tenancy for you.

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Step 07

Final Payment Voucher

Upon successful submission of all documents, we will receive a payment voucher. Once payment is made, the business license will be issued, subject to DED approvals.

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Step 08

Immigration, Echannel and Visa Processing

post-license issuance, we will register your company with immigration and initiate the visa application process for the investor/partner.

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Step 09

Bank Account Opening

With your business license and Emirates ID, we can assist you with the digital bank account opening process, which you can complete at your convenience.

Documents Required to Start the Process:

For Individual, the following additional documents are required

  • Provide 3 preferred trade names (in order of preference)
  • Passport copy, visa copy, and Emirates ID of the manager(s)
  • Mobile number and email address
  • Passport copy, visa copy, and Emirates ID of the manager(s)
  • Mobile number and email address
    • Office lease agreement (if not opting for a virtual office)
    • Passport holding photograph
    • Any other documents as requested by the authorities.

    For Corporate Shareholders, the following additional documents are required

    • Notarized by the issuing authority, and attested by the UAE embassy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE.
    • Trade license, certificate of incorporation
    • Certificate of incumbency
    • MOA/AOA for the parent company, all attested by the UAE embassy and MOFA in the UAE.

    Trade Names

    Provide 3 preferred trade names (in order of preference)

    Manager's Documents

  • Passport copy, visa copy, and Emirates ID of the manager(s)
  • Mobile number and email address
  • Shareholder's Documents

  • Passport copy, visa copy, and Emirates ID of the manager(s)
  • Mobile number and email address
  • Ejari

    Office lease agreement (if not opting for a virtual office)

    Photograph

    Passport holding photograph

    Additional Documents

    Any other documents as requested by the authorities

    Activities That Don’t Need Approval

    (This activities can be clicked and it will go to their respective websites, first you need to mention the activities from 1 to 10 only and not the full content in each activity, that content will go inside the activity page)

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    Project Management Services License in Sharjah

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    Restaurant license in Sharjah

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    Management Consultancies License in Sharjah

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    Web Development and Design

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    Facilities Management Services

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    Design service license in Sharjah

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    Events Organizing & Managing License in Sharjah

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    Marketing Management License in Sharjah

    ACTIVITIES that need additional charges/special approval to form an Civil Company in Sharjah

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    Aviation Consultancy License in Sharjah

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    Travel Agency License in Sharjah

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    Real Estate Brokerage License in Sharjah

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    Vacation Homes Rental License in Sharjah

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    Billboard Contracting License in Sharjah

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    Movie or Music Production License in Sharjah

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    Sports Training License in Sharjah

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    Gents or Ladies Salon License in Sharjah

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    Professional & Management Development Training License in Sharjah

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    Garage License Setup in Sharjah

    ACTIVITIES that need additional charges/special approval to form an LLC Company in Dubai

    • Approval Required From: Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
    • Approval Required From: Dubai Municipality (DM)
    • Approval Required From: Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)
    • Approval Required From: Dubai Land Department (DLD) and Dubai Municipality (DM)
    • Approval Required From: Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA)
    • Approval Required From: Central Bank of the UAE
    • Approval Required From: National Media Council (NMC)
    • Approval Required From: Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP)
    • Approval Required From: Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)
    • Approval Required From: Dubai Municipality (DM) and Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MOIAT)
    • Approval Required From: Dubai Police and SIRA
    • Approval Required From: Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA)
    • Approval Required From: Dubai Municipality (DM) and Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE)
    • Approval Required From: Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA)