Sharjah International Airport

SAIF Zone Company Formation

Q: How much does SAIF Zone company formation cost?

SAIF Zone company setup starts from AED 14,000+ for professional fees. Government and free zone authority fees are charged separately. RTS provides a fixed all-inclusive proposal within 5 working days of a scoping call.

Q: How long does it take to set up a company in SAIF Zone?

SAIF Zone licensing typically takes 7-14 working days from document submission, provided all required documents are in order.

Q: Who is SAIF Zone best suited for?

SAIF Zone is best suited for: Trading, logistics, manufacturing, import/export.

Sharjah Airport International Free Zone

Set up your SAIF Zone company through RTS Business Consulting — fixed-fee proposal, document checklist, end-to-end execution from license to bank account.

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Professional fees from

AED 14,000+

Setup quote starts here

Setup timeline

7-14 working days

Subject to documents

Visa allocation

Flexible

Package-dependent

Business activities

Industrial, trading, services

Available under one license

Why SAIF Zone

Key benefits

Why founders and operators choose SAIF Zone over other UAE jurisdictions.

✓Direct airport & cargo access

✓Industrial & logistics focus

✓Warehousing facilities

✓Manufacturing licenses

✓Strong for trade and import/export

Best for

Trading, logistics, manufacturing, import/export

RTS scope

What we deliver for SAIF Zone

End-to-end SAIF Zone company formation — we handle everything except your signature.

01Jurisdiction & activity selection — independent advice based on your business model

02Trade name reservation and availability check

03SAIF Zone license application with all required documentation

04MOA / AOA preparation (if applicable)

05Document translation, attestation & legalization coordination

06Initial approval and final license issuance

07Establishment card and immigration file setup

08Investor / employment visa applications and Emirates ID

09Corporate bank account opening — preparation & introduction

10Post-setup: VAT, Corporate Tax registration and accounting

How it works

SAIF Zone setup with RTS — 4 steps

Scoping call

Free 30-minute call. We assess activity, visa needs, banking goals — and confirm whether SAIF Zone is the right fit.

Fixed proposal

Within 5 working days, you receive a fixed quote with full document checklist and timeline.

License & ID

Document collection, SAIF Zone application, license issuance (7-14 working days).

Banking & ops

Corporate bank account, VAT/CT registration, accounting onboarding — ready to operate.

FAQ

SAIF Zone — common questions

How much does SAIF Zone company formation cost?

SAIF Zone company setup starts from AED 14,000+ for professional fees. Government and free zone authority fees are charged separately. RTS provides a fixed all-inclusive proposal within 5 working days of a scoping call.

How long does it take to set up a company in SAIF Zone?

SAIF Zone licensing typically takes 7-14 working days from document submission, provided all required documents are in order. Attestation of foreign documents (if needed) may add 1–3 weeks separately.

Can foreigners own 100% of a SAIF Zone company?

Yes. SAIF Zone allows 100% foreign ownership without the need for a local sponsor or partner. Profits and capital can be 100% repatriated.

Who is SAIF Zone best suited for?

SAIF Zone is best suited for: Trading, logistics, manufacturing, import/export. We run a brief scoping call to confirm whether this is the right zone for your specific business model and banking goals.

Does RTS help with corporate bank account opening?

Yes. We prepare a complete bank pack — KYC, business profile, source-of- funds narrative — and accompany you through the application. Bank approval is at the bank's discretion, but structured preparation significantly improves outcomes.