Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial)

Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) is a Special Economic Zone located in Kourou, French Guiana, established in 1968, with Centre National d’Études Spatiales (CNES) / European Space Agency (ESA) / Direction Régionale des Douanes de Guyane listed as its governing authority.

Key Facts

TypeSpecial Economic Zone
LocationKourou, French Guiana
Year Established1968
Area75000 ha hectares
Companies85
Governing AuthorityCentre National d’Études Spatiales (CNES) / European Space Agency (ESA) / Direction Régionale des Douanes de Guyane
Statusoperational

Recorded Benefits and Incentives

Duty and VAT suspension on non-EU goods, regional investment grants/tax credits, fast-track customs, and full EU/regional market access.

Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.

Recorded Sector Focus

Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) is listed with a sector focus including Aerospace And Aviation.

About Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial)

Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) (Kourou, French Guiana) — Dedicated 69,000-hectare aerospace industrial and duty-exempt customs enclave in Kourou. Legal basis: Accord CNES–ESA & Régime Douanier Spécial d'Octroi de Mer Spatial (Kourou).

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of zone is Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial)?

Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) is a Special Economic Zone.

Where is Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) located?

Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) is located in Kourou, French Guiana.

When was Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) established?

Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) was established in 1968.

Which governing authority is listed for Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial)?

SEZ Explorer records Centre National d’Études Spatiales (CNES) / European Space Agency (ESA) / Direction Régionale des Douanes de Guyane as the governing authority for Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial). Confirm its current jurisdiction and remit with the authority.

Which sectors are listed for Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial)?

Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial) is listed with a sector focus including Aerospace And Aviation.

Which benefits and incentives are recorded for Centre Spatial Guyanais (CSG Kourou — Régime Douanier et Fiscal Spécial)?

SEZ Explorer's current record lists: Duty and VAT suspension on non-EU goods, regional investment grants/tax credits, fast-track customs, and full EU/regional market access. Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.

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