Why Choose SRTIP?
Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) is the UAE's first free zone dedicated to research, technology, and innovation. Connected to the University of Sharjah campus, SRTIP is designed for businesses at the intersection of academia and industry — from deep-tech startups to R&D-focused SMEs looking for a collaborative, knowledge-driven environment.
Key Benefits
SRTIP offers 100% foreign ownership, zero corporate and personal income tax, and full profit repatriation. Its unique advantage is the direct link to academic research through the University of Sharjah, giving licensees potential access to talent pipelines, research partnerships, and shared laboratory facilities.
Packages & Pricing
Licence packages start from AED 5,750, making SRTIP one of the most affordable free zones in the UAE. The low entry cost combined with the innovation-focused ecosystem makes it particularly attractive for early-stage technology companies and researchers commercialising intellectual property.
Facilities & Focus Areas
SRTIP provides offices, laboratories, and co-working spaces within a modern campus environment. Key focus areas include biotechnology, renewable energy, IT and software development, advanced manufacturing, and environmental sciences.
Who Is It Best For?
SRTIP is ideal for tech startups, R&D companies, biotech firms, clean energy businesses, and entrepreneurs who want to be embedded in an innovation ecosystem. It's less suited for pure trading or general commercial activities that have no R&D component.
