Ampsy Consultancy LLC provides end-to-end business setup, support, and advisory services in the UAE.
Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) Free Zone is the world's first free zone dedicated to publishing, established in 2017 under the Sharjah Book Authority. Located in Sharjah — UNESCO's 2019 World Book Capital — it offers over 1,500 permitted activities across publishing, printing, translation and distribution, plus a dual-licence option that lets companies also operate on the UAE mainland.
Publishing-Focused Ecosystem: Direct access to the Sharjah Book Authority, the National Media Council for media permits, and the Sharjah International Book Fair for industry visibility.
Fast, Low-Cost Licensing: Packages start from around AED 6,875, with licences issued in as little as 45 minutes for straightforward applications.
100% Foreign Ownership: Full ownership with best-in-class infrastructure and fully equipped office spaces.
Dual Licence Option: SPC's agreement with the Sharjah Economic Development Department lets companies hold both a free zone and a mainland licence.
Broad Activity Range: Over 1,500 business activities across publishing, printing, translation, distribution and creative arts, with the option to combine several on one licence.
Ampsy Consultancy manages the full Sharjah Publishing City company formation process, from trade name reservation and licence selection to document preparation and bank account coordination.
Ready to set up your business in Sharjah Publishing City? Call Ampsy Consultancy today to get expert consultation!
Find answers to common questions about this service.
No. SPC registration is designed to be completed online, with most licences issued without requiring a visit in person.
You'll need a passport copy, proposed trade names and a description of your publishing or allied activity. Dual-licence applications also require the standard Sharjah Economic Development Department documentation.
SPC licenses publishing, printing and distribution, translation services, creative arts and entertainment, programming and broadcasting consultancies, and a range of allied and educational activities.
No, not for every licence type. SPC offers coworking, retail and storage space options, and a physical office isn't mandatory to hold a standard licence.