Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú)
Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú) is a Free Zone located in Barú (Puerto Armuelles), Panama, established in 2001, with Ministry of Commerce and Industries / National Commission of Free Zones listed as its governing authority.
Key Facts
| Type | Free Zone |
|---|---|
| Location | Barú (Puerto Armuelles), Panama |
| Year Established | 2001 |
| Companies | 75 |
| Governing Authority | Ministry of Commerce and Industries / National Commission of Free Zones |
| Status | operational |
Recorded Benefits and Incentives
The zone offers a corporate tax holiday, duty-free imports, and exemption from VAT on exports. Benefits also include simplified immigration procedures and unrestricted capital repatriation.
Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.
About Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú)
Barú Free Zone, established in 2001 in Chiriquí Province, is a Panamanian free zone designed to promote industrial and commercial activities in the western region of the country. It aims to attract investments in light manufacturing, logistics, and agribusiness, leveraging its proximity to agricultural production areas and the Pacific coast. The zone facilitates export-oriented businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of zone is Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú)?
Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú) is a Free Zone.
Where is Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú) located?
Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú) is located in Barú (Puerto Armuelles), Panama.
When was Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú) established?
Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú) was established in 2001.
Which governing authority is listed for Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú)?
SEZ Explorer records Ministry of Commerce and Industries / National Commission of Free Zones as the governing authority for Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú). Confirm its current jurisdiction and remit with the authority.
Which benefits and incentives are recorded for Barú Free Zone (Zona Franca de Barú)?
SEZ Explorer's current record lists: The zone offers a corporate tax holiday, duty-free imports, and exemption from VAT on exports. Benefits also include simplified immigration procedures and unrestricted capital repatriation. Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.