Sharjah Investor Visa
Get your Sharjah Investor / Partner Visa — UAE residence visa for shareholders of Sharjah mainland and free zone companies. 2 or 3-year residency with full family sponsorship rights.
Description
A Sharjah Investor Visa (also called Partner Visa) is a UAE residence visa issued to shareholders, partners, and owners of Sharjah mainland (SEDD) or free zone companies (SHAMS, SAIF, HFZA, SPC, SRTIP). It grants full UAE residency rights including the ability to live, work, sponsor family members, open personal bank accounts, lease property, and access government services. The visa is typically issued for 2 years (mainland and most free zones) or up to 3 years, and is fully renewable as long as the company remains active.
The Sharjah Investor Visa requires an active trade license, share ownership in the company, Establishment Card / Immigration File, and standard residency steps — visa application, entry permit or change of status, medical fitness, Emirates ID biometrics, and visa stamping. Processing typically takes 7 to 14 working days. The visa allows multiple entries and the holder can sponsor spouse, children, and parents subject to income and accommodation requirements. As a UAE residence visa, it provides the same nationwide rights regardless of which emirate issued it.
Octavon Global Advisory handles the complete investor visa process — eligibility verification, document preparation, application submission through the relevant Sharjah authority or free zone portal, entry permit / change of status, medical fitness coordination, Emirates ID registration and biometrics, and final visa stamping. We also coordinate family visa applications if required.
What's Included
- UAE Investor / Partner Visa (2 or 3 years)
- Multiple Entry Travel Rights
- Family Sponsorship Eligibility
- Personal Bank Account Eligibility
- Property Lease Eligibility
- Entry Permit / Change of Status
- Medical Fitness Test Coordination
- Emirates ID Registration and Biometrics
- Visa Stamping on Passport
- Free Visa Status Tracking
- Free Consultation on Family Visa Sponsorship
- Renewal Reminder Service
Requirements / Prerequisites
- Active Sharjah trade license (mainland or free zone)
- Share ownership in the sponsoring company
- Establishment Card / Immigration File active
- Passport with minimum 6 months validity
- Clean criminal background (UAE security check)
- No active UAE residence visa under different sponsor
- No outstanding UAE fines or pending cases
Required Documents
- Original Passport (6+ months validity)
- Passport-sized Photographs (white background)
- Trade License Copy
- Establishment Card Copy
- MOA / Share Certificate proving ownership
- Existing UAE Visa (if changing status)
- Tenancy Contract / Ejari (for family sponsorship)
- Salary Certificate (if sponsoring family)
- Marriage Certificate (attested, for spouse)
- Birth Certificate (attested, for children)
Our Process
- Eligibility verification (company status and shareholding)
- Document preparation and attestation (if from outside UAE)
- Entry permit application (if outside UAE) OR change of status (if inside UAE)
- Travel to UAE on entry permit (if applicable)
- Medical fitness test at approved centre
- Emirates ID registration and biometrics
- Visa application submission to Sharjah authority or free zone
- Visa stamping on passport
- Emirates ID card collection
- Confirmation and visa status registration
Pricing
- Basic Fee: AED 4,000
- Service Fee: AED 1,500
- VAT (5%): AED 275
- Total: AED 5,775
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Sharjah Investor Visa valid?
Sharjah mainland (SEDD) and most free zone investor visas are valid for 2 years, with some free zones offering up to 3 years. All are fully renewable as long as the company remains active and the shareholder retains ownership.
Can I sponsor my family on a Sharjah Investor Visa?
Yes. Investor visa holders can sponsor spouse, children, and parents. Sponsorship typically requires meeting minimum income requirements (AED 4,000/month with accommodation or AED 10,000/month without) and a registered tenancy contract.
Do I need to be in Sharjah to apply for an investor visa?
No. The application can begin remotely with an entry permit. You need to be physically present in the UAE for the medical fitness test, Emirates ID biometrics, and final visa stamping — typically 5-7 days of presence.
Is a Sharjah investor visa valid across the whole UAE?
Yes. A Sharjah-issued UAE residence visa grants the same nationwide rights as any other emirate's — you can live anywhere in the UAE, travel freely, and access services. The issuing emirate does not restrict where you live or work within the UAE.
How long does Sharjah Investor Visa processing take?
Standard processing completes in 7 to 14 working days from document submission, depending on jurisdiction (mainland vs free zone), whether you are inside or outside the UAE, and medical scheduling.
What is the minimum shareholding for an investor visa?
Most jurisdictions allow investor visas with a minimal shareholding (often 1 share). Some free zones have specific thresholds. We confirm the requirement based on your company structure.
What happens if my company license is cancelled?
If the sponsoring company license is cancelled, the investor visa becomes invalid. You will have a grace period (typically 30-60 days) to transfer sponsorship to another active company you own, change visa type, or exit the UAE.