Kalba
The town
Al Qurm Protected Area lies in Khor Kalba on the southern edge of the town, with more than 500 hectares of protected mangroves. Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre covers 12 sq km at the foot of the Hajar mountains and is home to 30 native species.2,3
Setting up
| Item | Who |
|---|---|
| Mainland licences | Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) |
| Chamber of commerce | Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry |
Source: UAE Government Portal: Steps to start a business on the mainland; UAE Government Portal: National Economic Register, business licensing authorities; UAE Government Portal: Accessing services for mainland companies4,5,6
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kalba?
Kalba is a Sharjah town on the Gulf of Oman, about 130 km east of Sharjah city by the Sharjah-Kalba Road.
Sources
- UAE Government Portal: Sharjah
- Visit Sharjah: Al Qurm Protected Area
- Visit Sharjah: Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre
- UAE Government Portal: Steps to start a business on the mainland
- UAE Government Portal: National Economic Register, business licensing authorities
- UAE Government Portal: Accessing services for mainland companies
- UAE Government Portal: Starting a business in a free zone
Figures checked 21 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information. Figures come from the sources listed.