Industrial Zone · Egypt
A practical guide for manufacturers
The proposition combines port logistics, the Suez Canal Economic Zone regime and a coordinated project journey.
Subject to applicable local-content rules, products may qualify for Made in Egypt status and preferential access under Egypt’s trade agreements.
SCZONE describes access to markets in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia, as well as Egypt’s domestic market. Actual treatment depends on product origin, certification and the relevant agreement.
SCZONE materials describe zero customs duty on imported materials and equipment required for project construction and operation, and zero VAT within the zone for manufacturing inputs.
The investment incentive may be granted as a deduction from net taxable profit of 50% of investment costs — within legal limits and for up to seven years. A three-year rent grace period has also been reported for the zone.
The Crystal Fund acts as a single window for prospective investors, developers and residents. A company can begin with its product, space, utility and market requirements.
The initial assessment can then develop into a location scenario covering the site, building, utilities, logistics, local content and launch sequence.
A basic production model is enough to start. Clearer inputs make it easier to identify a viable location scenario.
For each resident, the project team calculates an individual model of location and available support measures.
Next step
The project team will assess the location format, infrastructure needs and the next step for your project.
