5% Corporate Tax
0% Customs Duties

Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Setup

Unlock world-class incentives in Saudi Arabia’s 5 new SEZs. From Cloud Computing to Maritime Industries, we secure your ECZA license.

Jurisdiction

SEZ Authority (ECZA)

Licensed
Tax Holiday
VAT Exemption
100% Ownership
Corp. Tax Rate 5% (vs 20%)
5% CORPORATE TAX
0% CUSTOMS DUTIES
0% VAT ON TRANSACTIONS
100% FOREIGN OWNERSHIP
FLEXIBLE SAUDIZATION
GLOBAL TALENT VISAS
Strategic Location

Connecting 3 Continents

Saudi Arabia’s SEZs are strategically located to serve the global supply chain. They offer competitive advantages for manufacturing, logistics, and digital industries, backed by the Kingdom’s robust infrastructure.

  • Access to Red Sea & Gulf Trade Routes
  • Cloud Computing Hub (Virtual Zone)
  • Unmatched Financial Incentives

Incentive Comparison

Mainland Tax20%
SEZ Tax5% (Guaranteed 20 Yrs)
Withholding Tax0% Permenantly

The 5 Strategic Zones

Riyadh Integrated

Logistics & Light Industry

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RISAL Zone

  • Loc: King Khalid Airport
  • Focus: High-Value Logistics
  • Tax: 5% Corporate Tax

KAEC SEZ

Automotive & Consumer

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KAEC Zone

  • Loc: Red Sea Coast
  • Focus: EV Manufacturing
  • Anchor: Lucid Motors

Cloud Computing

Virtual Zone (KACST)

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Virtual Zone

  • Loc: KACST (Riyadh)
  • Focus: Data Centers / AI
  • Benefit: Cheap Power

Ras Al Khair

Maritime & Shipbuilding

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Maritime Hub

  • Rig Fabrication
  • Offshore Platforms

Jazan SEZ

Heavy Industry & Mining

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Industrial Hub

  • Metal Processing
  • Gateway to Africa
ECZA Portal

Setup Process

01

Eligibility

Check Sector Criteria

02

Application

Submit to ECZA

03

Lease

Secure Zone Location

04

License

Issue SEZ License

05

Incentives

Activate Tax Status

Why SEZ Investors Choose Us

ECZA Relations

We deal directly with the Economic Cities & Special Zones Authority to expedite your approvals.

Tax Optimization

Our legal team ensures your structure maximizes the 20-year tax holiday benefits legally.

Cloud Zone Experts

Specialized in the new Cloud Computing SEZ regulations for tech companies.

SEZ Consultants

Visit Our HQ

Strategically located in Riyadh, coordinating with all 5 SEZs.

  • Malaz District, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • +966 50 947 9768
  • info@businesssetup.company

SEZ FAQ

The corporate income tax rate in SEZs is reduced to 5% for up to 20 years, compared to the standard 20% in the mainland. There is also 0% withholding tax on profit repatriation.
Yes, but goods entering the mainland are subject to standard customs duties and VAT. SEZs are primarily designed for export-oriented or transit businesses.
It is a virtual zone managed by KACST. It allows tech companies to establish a legal entity in KSA without a physical office requirement, enjoying SEZ tax benefits.
Yes, but they are generally more flexible than the mainland Nitaqat system to attract global talent. Foreign employees also get specific visa privileges.

Secure SEZ Incentives

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