Discover Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ) - the first dedicated publishing and printing free zone in the world, offering a unique opportunity for publishers to thrive in a tax-free environment with full ownership. Strategically located at the intersection of the MENA, African, Asian, and European markets, SPCFZ offers a prime location for expanding your publishing footprint.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone was established as a part of the Sharjah Book Authority in 2017 with the purpose of creating a favorable business environment in the book industry. More than just an office space, SPCFZ is a creative and collaborative hub for publishers looking to innovate, grow, and contribute to the global publishing market. Established in November 2017, SPCFZ aligns with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi to nurture the cultural and educational landscape of the UAE. As part of Sharjah Book Authority's mission, SPCFZ aims to foster growth in the publishing sector, both locally and internationally.
The Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone is the suitable destination where entrepreneurs can start, grow, and develop their businesses. The 100,000 sq. m facility features state-of-the-art print-on-demand and offset printing services, competitive paper procurement rates, and resources to serve the region's growing knowledge economy, particularly focusing on the youth population.
SPCFZ offers a comprehensive range of facilities designed to meet your business needs: high-speed broadband, conference rooms, secretarial services, and a selection of furnished or unfurnished offices, storage areas, and flexible desks. Additionally, dual licensing enables you to operate both within and outside the free zone, giving you greater flexibility to expand your operations. It enables investors to venture into their entrepreneurship business with 100 percent foreign ownership, tax exemption and has a chance to participate in one or more of over 1500 business activities.
Benefit from an environment that encourages cultural exchange and knowledge sharing, and take your publishing ambitions to the next level. Join SPCFZ and be part of an exciting, growing industry supported by world-class infrastructure and a thriving market.
