SHAMS - Media Package

To obtain a license in SHAMS (Sharjah Media City), you must submit an application directly to the free zone authority or through an authorized free zone partner.

The license application process includes: Completing the KYC process, obtaining security and initial approval, Trade name reservation, signing legal documents, Lease/Flexi Desk allocation, and License issuance.

Company registration is fast, typically completed within 2 to 3 days for simple setups, though the general timeline depends on ownership structure and activity complexity.

KYC (Know Your Customer) is a mandatory identity verification process required by the free zone. It involves verifying documents such as applicant passports via an online call or a secure submission link