Launched in January 2017, Sharjah Media City (Shams) attracts creative and media companies from over 160 countries. Its services are tailored to fuel their growth and success. Investors can initiate businesses at minimal costs and avail multiple visas with a shared office setup. Shams allows various business activities under a single license. Strategically situated just 5 minutes from Sharjah International Airport and 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport, Shams aims to become a global hub for creativity in the region. Initially established as a media and creative business centre, Shams has expanded its scope to include consultancy, services and trading.