Operating in our zones ensures:
- A smooth and streamlined entry/exit of consignments
with the presence of full-time Customs officers
on site
- Competitive rates are applicable for the rental
of warehousing space and services in our port-based
and airport-based zones 1 & 9
- Close proximity to the mooring quay and the New
Container Terminal
- Close proximity to the airport terminal for our
airport-based zone
- Availability of a platform of logistic facilities
for your daily Freeport activities
In addition, Freeport operators may benefit from the
following fiscal incentives:
- Zero tax rate on corporate profits generated on
all listed Freeport activities apart from minor
processing activities
- Dividends are not taxable
- All Freeport operators are exempted from customs
duties on all goods imported and used exclusively
in the Freeport zones
- Preferential port handling charges on all goods
destined for re-export
- Free repatriation of profits
- 100% foreign ownership
- The operator has the possibility of selling a
percentage of the total turnover on the local market
- Freeport Operators are not subject to any exchange
control
Please refer
to the Freeport Act 2001 for more details
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