| Answer to Common Questions |
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Question: |
Is it possible to establish a branch office of my
company in the city of Sharjah or other U.A.E cities ? |
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With
exception to FZE & FZC, there are
no restrictions to establish a branch
outside SAIF-Zone, but subject to the
approval of local authorities. |
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| Question: |
Is it possible for me to be a partner in more
than one company. |
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SAIF-Zone does not levy any restrictions on the number of businesses the investor can be involved in. |
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| Question: |
Are there restrictions to employment of any nationality? |
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You may employ whomever you wish, provided you adhere to the immigiration procedures. |
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| Question: |
Is it possible to hire personal security service to
guard my office/factory? |
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We do provide general all round security, however, personal security service can be provided. |
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| Question: |
Other than my laborers, is it possible to hire
additional laborers should there be requirement? |
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Yes, SAIZ-Zone provides laborers, office boys, technician services etc. whenever required. |
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| Question: |
Do you have staff accommodation available in the Zone? |
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Yes, SAIF-Zone hs camps located inside the Zone up to supervisory level. |
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| Question: |
Would SAIF-Zone able to provide secretarial services? |
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Yes, SAIF-Zone provides professional secretarial services. |
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| Question: |
Does SAIF-Zone provide transportation to
commute to and from the city? |
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Yes, SAIF-Zone has a regular shuttle bus service provided at nominal charges from the zone to the city centre. |
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| Question: |
Are there any restrictions in bringing my family? |
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No, provided you follow the immigiration procedures. |
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| Question: |
Are member of my family allowed to work? |
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Yes, if they are on residence visas. |
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| Question: |
Will the Govt. of Sharjah or the SAIF-Zone
authority provide monetary support for investment in the
free zone? |
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At present, neither the government not the SAIF-Zone authority provides monetary support for investment in the free zone. However, there are nearly 40 international banks available in U.A.E. for that purpose. |
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| Question: |
What is the maximum no of employees allowed ? |
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SAIF-Zone provides investors with the number of visas required for the project. |
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| Question: |
Are there any restriction to my travel movements between the emirates? |
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NO, there are no restrictions. |
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| Question: |
Can I reside in one of the U.A.E. emirates while conducting business in the SAIF-Zone? |
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Yes. |
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| Question: |
Can I travel outside the country without any restrictions? |
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Yes, provided you have a valid visa. |
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| Question: |
How can SAIF-Zone assist in constructing buildings? |
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SAIF-Zone maintains and will provide on request a list of registered consultants and contractors. |
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| Question: |
Would SAIF-Zone assist in purchase of furniture items for offices/warehouses? |
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Yes, our purchasing department will assist in purchasing furniture at very competitive rates. |
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| Question: |
Are there any restrictions to importing and exporting of goods? |
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No, there are no restrictions to importing and exporting of goods as long as it is on your license. |
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| Question: |
Can we sell our product in the local market (U.A.E.)? |
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Yes, subject to 4% custom duties. |
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| Question: |
How easily can we market/exhibit our product in the UAE? |
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Other than advertisements, there are many international exhibitions held in Sharjah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other emirates throughout the year. |
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| Question: |
Do banks in the U.A.E. allow opening of US $ account? |
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Yes, as well as other major international currencies. |
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| Question: |
What is the electricity system of Sharjah? |
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H.T. 33kv or 11kv
L.V. 415V, 3 Phase
230V, 1 Phase
Frequency 50 Hertz (cycles per second) |
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| Question: |
What are the customs procedures of Sharjah? |
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Visit Sharjah custom website for more information:
http://www.sharjahcustoms.gov.ae |
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| Question: |
How can we get more information about Sharjah? |
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Visit the following web sites:
Sharjah Chamber of Commerce
Sharjah Airport
Sharjah Toursim Authority
Sharjah Ports Authority
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