Sharika
Sharika is an app-based digital consultant that guides entrepreneurs through the UAE business setup process, from trade license applications to residential visa acquisition. The platform provides a step-by-step workflow, expert-curated content, and direct integration with government processes, allowing users to avoid consultant fees and deal directly with authorities. Users pay a one-off sign-up fee for unlimited lifetime access to the app and its resources.
- Software Only
- Government Technology
Funding
Founders
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Product
Problem
Starting a business in the UAE involves navigating complex trade license requirements, visa processes, and government procedures, which often forces entrepreneurs to hire expensive consultants or risk costly delays. The lack of transparent, step-by-step guidance makes the process overwhelming and time-consuming, especially for first-time founders unfamiliar with local regulations.
Solution
Sharika provides an app-based digital consultant that walks users through the entire UAE business setup process, from trade license application to residential visa acquisition. The platform offers a structured workflow that covers all necessary actions, with expert-curated content explaining different license types, free zone versus mainland options, and operational requirements. Users can complete most steps online, only visiting government offices when physical document submission is required, and retain unlimited access to the app long after setup is complete. The platform collaborates with government authorities to ensure accuracy and up-to-date compliance, empowering users to deal directly with regulators without third-party intermediaries. The app takes a holistic approach, also covering residential visa applications and offering ongoing support for business growth and living considerations in the UAE.
Target Audience
Primary users are entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking to establish a company in the UAE, particularly those who want to avoid consultant fees and maintain direct control over the setup process.
Features
- Step-by-step digital workflow guiding users through trade license and visa application processes, covering both free zone and mainland company formation options
- Research tool providing detailed information on how specific business types operate in the UAE, enabling users to make informed decisions about license types and business structures
- Expert-curated content library covering business ideas, licensing types, and living considerations in the UAE, accessible indefinitely after sign-up
- Direct integration with government processes and collaboration with authorities to ensure compliance and minimize processing delays
- One-time sign-up fee with unlimited ongoing access to the platform, with optional human support available from the Sharika team when needed