Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone)

Established in 1996, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) is a mixed-use destination mainly used for commercial activities. The area offers enticing incentives for business and trade. Like other dynamic free zones in the UAE, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone supports businesses of all types by providing offices, warehouses as well as quick access to cargo and seaports. Companies operating here can benefit from excellent sea, land and air transport links. Enjoying close proximity to Sharjah International Airport, entrepreneurs and business owners operating from the district need not worry about logistics.

One can find a variety of manufacturing units, offices, land plots and warehouses in the free zone. In addition to business facilities, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone offers a range of thoughtful business services including visa services, legal affairs, financial services, customs as well as immigration services. Presently, around 8,000 companies from 165 countries have established their presence at the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone. Combining strategic location with modern infrastructure and customer-focused services, SAIF Zone in Sharjah has everything a business needs to succeed.

One can spot the district close to Sharjah International Airport and Al Hamriyah Port. Easy access to the main road networks guarantees seamless transportation of goods.

• An emerging free zone in Sharjah
• Variety of commercial properties on offer including offices, warehouses and land plots
• Businesses get exciting incentives
• Located close to the Sharjah International Airport
• In proximity to Al Hamriyah Port

Sharjah Airport International Free Zone is ideal for all types of businesses related to trading, services and industrial sectors.

Besides warehouses and offices, the neighbourhood provides accommodation for labourers with recreational facilities. Restaurant services are available 24-hours. U2 Area in SAIF Zone is a new, dedicated district for stores and warehouses. There will be around 70 stores spanning across 6,400 sq. ft. Businesses operating in U2 can make the most of modern offices, advanced cooling systems and innovative roof designs. With the addition of U2, the total number of warehouses and stores in the free zone exceeded 2,000.

Even though it is primarily an industrial zone, SAIF has lush greenery as well as medical, pharmacy services.

Properties are mostly commercial. One can rent commercial properties such as warehouses, offices, manufacturing units, land plots and labour staff accommodation.

Offices in SAIF Zone are state-of-the-art, air-conditioned units. The rent of a 300 sq.ft. office is about AED 279k. One can find three types of offices in the free zone:

• SAIF Suite
• SAIF Executive Office
• SAIF Office

SAIF Suites are fully furnished units with advanced technology. SAIF Executive Offices are unfurnished spaces that can be customised according to your specific business requirements. SAIF Offices are fully furnished, well-appointed units with dedicated desk space and IT infrastructure.

Warehouses for rent in SAIF Zone Sharjah have modern equipment and basic facilities such as kitchens and bathrooms. Special roofing systems are used to reduce the heat intake leading to improved security and conservation of resources. Businesses in search of larger facilities for both manufacturing and logistic purposes can combine multiple warehouses as per their requirements.

The purpose-built warehouses in the free zone are ideal for businesses dealing in manufacturing, logistics and trading. These units have enough capacity to power heavy equipment. One can find pre-built warehouses in four different sizes:

• 1,346 sq.ft.
• 2,691 sq.ft.
• 4,301 sq.ft
• 6,458 sq.ft

Rents for smaller warehouses (1,300 sq.ft.) start from AED 54k and increase with the covered area. One can rent a massive 6,400 sq.ft warehouse in Sharjah Airport International Free Zone for AED 213k. Those interested in SAIF Zone warehouses for sale must fork out AED 7.5M.

Those interested in running custom-build warehouse/factories can consider land plots in the free zone. With covered areas starting from 26,000 sq.ft., these plots have robust security and uninterrupted supply of utilities. There is provision for on-site staff accommodation as well.

This freezone is one place where you can find highly specialised jewellery manufacturing units. There are parking areas reserved for containers. Last, businesses can find well-maintained and fully-furnished staff accommodation. These air-conditioned units have recreational facilities as well as other amenities needed for a comfortable living experience.

There are plenty of parking spaces in SAIF Zone for business owners and staff. Street parking is also readily available for visitors.

Those looking for public transportation in SAIF Zone can find feeder buses and private buses moving around. The free zone operates shuttle buses to city centre five times a day.

As for supermarkets in SAIF Zone, one can find Royal Supermarket, Mini Mart Supermarket and Ramla Supermarket at a 3-minute drive away. Al Nas Supermarket and Greens Hypermarket are located at a 5-minute drive.

Churches near SAIF Zone are located in Al Yarmook. Some of the prominent churches are the Russian Orthodox Church, Christian Fellowship Church and Grace Evangelical Church; one can find them at a 13-minute drive away.

There are several mosques in SAIF Zone, Sharjah. The popular ones are Saif Zone Mosque, Souq Haraj Mosque, Al Zahia Mosque and Al Falah Mosque. All of these are located merely at a 5-minute drive away. Al Qassimiya University Mosque and Al Tawheed Mosque are also situated in the vicinity.

Although the free zone is not a family-friendly area, one can find several reputable schools nearby. Some well-known options are Sharjah American International School, Gulf Asian English School, Victoria English School and The International School of Choueifat.

Sharjah American International School offers education from kindergarten to high school. The International School of Choueifat is another popular option in the vicinity. It is part of the international SABIS Group that is operational in 20 countries.

Nurseries near Sharjah Airport International Free Zone include Future International Nursery, Delma Nursery and Bumble Bee Nursery.

Medical facilities are easily available within the community. One can head to Access Clinic, Dr Anwar Pasha Medical Clinic and Thumbay Clinic Sharjah to seek medical assistance. These clinics are located at a 10-minute drive away. For skincare, one can visit Beverly Hills Specialty Center located at a 14-minute drive away.

Hospitals near SAIF Zone include Kuwait Hospital and Al Qassimi Hospital. Both facilities are a 15-minute drive away from the free zone.

The nearest destination is the Sharjah International Airport. Other neighbouring areas include Muwafjah, Al Sweihat and Al Ramaqiya.

Talking about malls near SAIF Zone, Sharjah International Airport Free Zone Mall is a popular choice. Moreover, Sharjah City Centre is almost a 20-minute drive away from the free zone.

One can find many local restaurants in SAIF Zone. Eat & More, Woodys Restaurant, ASH Buffet and Green Life are all located at a 5-minute drive away. Food choices range from Middle Eastern to fast food. Twisted Olive is a popular restaurant located in the Golf & Shooting Club at a 7-minute drive.

The inland area is located quite far from the beach. Those who like to visit the beach can head to Sharjah Beach, which is a 19-minute drive away. Other beaches in the vicinity include Ajman Corniche and Al Zohra Public Beach at a 25-minute drive away.

There are no leisure spots within the community; however, one can find a few in the nearby areas. Popular destinations near the Sharjah Airport Free Zone include Cultural Square, Al Ramla Round About and Al Majaz Waterfront Park. You can find these at a 20-minute drive away from the industrial district.

One can find a number of parks in the vicinity. Sharjah National Park, Al Qurayen Park and Al Jurainah Park are all located at a 10-minute drive away. People can visit these parks to enjoy jogging and walking after a stressful day at work.

Gyms in the area include Bodyzone Fitness Centre, Air Arabia Fitness Centre and Altitude The Gym. All these are a short drive away from the neighbourhood.

SAIF Zone Sharjah is indeed an exciting place to start your business; however, there are no residential properties in the district.

The popular free zone is located near the Sharjah International Airport.

Facilities for manufacturing, assembling and packaging are some of the popular offerings. Businesses can find budget labour camps for rent in SAIF Zone for their staff members.

Less than 1 year of service is not entitled to gratuity. Those with 1 to 3 years of service get 1/3 of gratuity based on 21 days salary for each year. In some cases where number of years of service exceeds 5 years, the total gratuity is calculated based on 30 days salary for each year. The policy may differ for different companies.

More than 5 years of service get complete gratuity.

• Quite close to Al Hamriyah Port
• 20 minutes drive from Dubai International Airport