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🌍 World’s First Dedicated Publishing Free Zone
Sharjah Publishing City — SPC Free Zone
WRITE.
PUBLISH.
EDUCATE IN THE UAE.
Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) is the world’s first free zone purpose-built for publishers, educators, e-learning platforms and knowledge businesses — offering 100% foreign ownership, no mandatory annual audit, and the UAE’s most affordable publishing license.
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Required
AED 6,875
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📚 World’s First Publishing Free Zone
🚫 No Annual Audit Required
100% Foreign Ownership
💳 Tabby & Tamara Available
🏆 12+ Years Experience
SPC
Sharjah Publishing City
Free Zone
Free Zone
Why Choose SPC?
The Knowledge
Economy’s Free Zone
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World’s First Dedicated Publishing Free ZoneSPC is the first and only free zone globally built exclusively for publishing, knowledge and education businesses.
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No Mandatory Annual AuditSPC does not require annual audit for license renewal — saving AED 3,000–8,000 per year.
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UAE’s Most Affordable Publishing LicenseLicense-only packages from AED 6,875 — all-inclusive, no hidden authority fees.
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Full Remote Setup AvailableComplete your SPC company formation without visiting the UAE.
Who Is SPC For?
Built for the
Knowledge Economy
If your business lives in publishing, education or knowledge creation — SPC was made for you.
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Book Publishers
Fiction, non-fiction, academic, children’s, self-help and niche publishers in print or digital.
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E-Learning Platforms
Online course creators, LMS platforms, subscription learning portals and digital education startups.
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Coaches & Trainers
Business coaches, life coaches, corporate trainers, mentors and online educational consultants.
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Media & Journalism
Magazines, newspapers, newsletters, digital journalism outlets and editorial content businesses.
🖨️
Print & Distribution
Printing companies, book distributors and supply chain businesses serving publishing.
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Research & Academia
Research consultancies, academic publishers, think tanks and knowledge services organisations.
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Podcasters & Creators
Podcast publishers, audio content creators and subscription knowledge media platforms.
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Digital Content Biz
Blogs, content portals, digital libraries, e-book platforms and knowledge-as-a-service businesses.
SPC License Packages
Transparent Pricing.
Everything Included.
No hidden fees. No surprises at renewal. The price you see is the price you pay.
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Zero Visa
Solo Founder · Freelancer · Remote
AED6,875
All-inclusive · License only · No hidden fees
- SPC Trade License
- Publishing & Knowledge Activity Coverage
- 100% Foreign Ownership
- Company Structuring & Advisory
- GoAML Registration
- Free Corporate Tax Registration
- Document Attestation Support
- KDHA PRO Handling
Most Popular
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One Visa
Publisher · Educator · Knowledge Founder
AED12,875
All-inclusive · License + 1 Visa · No hidden fees
- Everything in Zero Visa
- 1 Investor Visa
- Emirates ID Processing
- Medical & Biometrics Arranged
- Bank Account Opening Support
- VAT Registration Support
- License Amendments & Renewals Support
- Priority Support Channel
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Two Visa
Publishing Studio · Agency · Partners
AED15,500
All-inclusive · License + 2 Visas · No hidden fees
- Everything in One Visa
- 2 Investor Visas
- Corporate Bank Account Liaison
- Full Business Compliance Support
- PRO Services Included
- Dependant Visa Assistance
- Quarterly Check-In Support
- VIP Support Access
💳 Pay in installments with Tabby
💳 Pay in installments with Tamara
🏦 Bank transfer & card accepted
SPC vs Alternatives
How SPC Compares
to Other UAE Free Zones
Not all free zones are equal. Here’s how SPC stacks up against the most common alternatives.
| Feature | SPC (Sharjah Publishing City) | SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) | IFZA (Dubai) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose-Built For | 📚 Publishing & Knowledge | 🎨 Media & Creative | 🏢 General Business |
| Starting Price (License Only) | AED 6,875 | AED 5,760 | AED ~12,900+ |
| Annual Audit Required | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| 100% Foreign Ownership | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Remote Setup Available | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Publishing / Education Focus | ✅ Primary Focus | ⚠️ Secondary | ❌ Not Specialised |
| Emirate / Address | Sharjah | Sharjah | Dubai |
| Tabby / Tamara Installments | ✅ Via KDHA Prive | ✅ Via KDHA Prive | ❌ Not Available |
What’s Always Included
Handled End-to-End
by KDHA Prive
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License Drafting & Filing
All SPC authority applications, submissions and filings handled start to finish.
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Government Liaison
All authority interactions, approvals and follow-ups managed by our PRO team.
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GoAML Registration
Mandatory UAE compliance registration handled in every SPC package.
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Corporate Tax Registration
Free CT registration — mandatory within 90 days, handled for you.
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Banking Support
Corporate bank account documentation support and bank introductions included.
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License Renewals
Annual renewal reminders — never miss an SPC renewal deadline.
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Remote Setup
Full SPC setup handled without visiting UAE until visa stamping stage.
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Dedicated PRO Support
Your own KDHA PRO officer. WhatsApp access. Real humans. Rapid responses.
How It Works
Your SPC Company
in 4 Simple Steps
1
Enquire
Fill the form or WhatsApp us. We respond within 30 minutes and confirm your SPC package.
2
Submit Documents
Share your passport and basic details. We handle all SPC authority submissions end-to-end.
3
License Issued
Your SPC trade license issued within 3–5 working days. You’re officially in business.
4
Visa & Banking
Visa processing and bank account support arranged. We stay with you after licensing.
What You Need
Required Documents
for SPC Setup
Minimal paperwork. We tell you exactly what’s needed — nothing more.
👤 For Shareholders
- Passport copy (valid, min 6 months)
- UAE Visa copy (if residing in UAE)
- Emirates ID copy (if available)
- Passport-size photograph (white background)
- Residential address proof
🏢 For Manager / Director
- Passport copy (valid)
- UAE Visa copy (if applicable)
- Emirates ID copy (if applicable)
📋 Additional (If Applicable)
- Portfolio, sample publications or course links
- Professional or academic qualification certificates
- Previous company docs for branch setup
⏱️ Typical Timeline
- Initial approval: 1–2 working days
- License issuance: 3–5 working days
- Visa processing: 7–14 working days
- Emirates ID: 5–7 working days post medical
Client Stories
What Our SPC Clients
Say About KDHA Prive
★★★★★
“Set up my e-learning company through SPC via KDHA Prive — completely transparent, no hidden charges, no audit stress. License issued in 4 days and the team handled absolutely everything remotely from India.”
RA
Ravi A.
India → Sharjah, UAE
★★★★★
“As an online education entrepreneur, SPC was the perfect fit — the no-audit benefit alone saves me AED 5,000 a year. KDHA Prive’s team was exceptional, visa processed in under 2 weeks.”
LK
Laila K.
Lebanon → Sharjah, UAE
★★★★★
“Running my publishing company through SPC for 18 months. KDHA Prive handles my renewal, GoAML, tax registration — everything. They respond on WhatsApp within minutes.”
JM
James M.
UK → Sharjah, UAE
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
About Sharjah Publishing City
What is Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) Free Zone?▾
Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) is the world’s first free zone purpose-built exclusively for publishing, knowledge, education and media businesses. Located in Sharjah, UAE, it offers 100% foreign ownership, no mandatory annual audit, and is the UAE’s most affordable entry point for publishing-related business licenses. KDHA Prive facilitates SPC setup from AED 6,875.
Does Sharjah Publishing City require an annual audit?▾
No. SPC does not require a mandatory annual audit for license renewal. This saves businesses AED 3,000 to AED 8,000 per year — a significant recurring saving for startups, SMEs and solo founders.
What activities are permitted under an SPC license?▾
SPC permits book publishing, digital publishing, e-learning platforms, online education, training and coaching, content creation, media production, journalism, printing, distribution, research, consulting, advertising, technology services and many more knowledge-economy activities.
Can I set up an SPC company remotely without visiting UAE?▾
Yes. Full SPC company formation can be completed entirely remotely. Physical presence is only required for visa-related procedures such as medical examination and Emirates ID biometrics.
What is the difference between SPC and SHAMS free zones?▾
SPC is the world’s first dedicated publishing and knowledge free zone — ideal for publishers, e-learning platforms, educators and trainers. SHAMS focuses on media production, content creation and digital marketing. Both are in Sharjah with no annual audit required.
Is Tabby or Tamara available for SPC setup payment?▾
Yes. KDHA Prive accepts installment payments through Tabby and Tamara, allowing you to split your SPC setup cost into manageable monthly payments.
Can I open a UAE bank account with an SPC license?▾
Yes. An SPC free zone license is accepted by UAE banks for corporate account opening. KDHA Prive provides bank account introduction support and documentation guidance.
Is SPC suitable for an e-learning or online education company?▾
Absolutely. SPC is one of the best free zones in the UAE for e-learning and online education businesses. The free zone explicitly supports digital education activities, course creation platforms, subscription learning businesses and training providers.
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