Abul Khair Economic Zone
Abul Khair Economic Zone is a Special Economic Zone located in Gajaria, Bangladesh, established in 2021, with Invest Bangladesh Authority (BEZA merged into it with BIDA and PPPA on 20 Aug 2026, Invest Bangladesh Act 2026) listed as its governing authority.
Key Facts
| Type | Special Economic Zone |
|---|---|
| Location | Gajaria, Bangladesh |
| Year Established | 2021 |
| Area | 86.68 ha hectares |
| Governing Authority | Invest Bangladesh Authority (BEZA merged into it with BIDA and PPPA on 20 Aug 2026, Invest Bangladesh Act 2026) |
| Status | planned |
Recorded Benefits and Incentives
10-year regressive income-tax holiday for units (100/100/80/70/60/50/40/30/20/10%); duty-free import of capital machinery, construction materials and raw materials; 80% VAT rebate on utility services; 100% foreign ownership; full repatriation of capital, profits and dividends; one-stop services.
Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.
Recorded Sector Focus
Abul Khair Economic Zone is listed with a sector focus including Metalworking And Metallurgy, Textiles And Apparel, and Leather And Footwear.
About Abul Khair Economic Zone
Abul Khair Economic Zone, Gajaria, Munshiganj - approved private EZ of Abul Khair Group (steel and consumer goods conglomerate); little public progress reported.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of zone is Abul Khair Economic Zone?
Abul Khair Economic Zone is a Special Economic Zone.
Where is Abul Khair Economic Zone located?
Abul Khair Economic Zone is located in Gajaria, Bangladesh.
When was Abul Khair Economic Zone established?
Abul Khair Economic Zone was established in 2021.
Which governing authority is listed for Abul Khair Economic Zone?
SEZ Explorer records Invest Bangladesh Authority (BEZA merged into it with BIDA and PPPA on 20 Aug 2026, Invest Bangladesh Act 2026) as the governing authority for Abul Khair Economic Zone. Confirm its current jurisdiction and remit with the authority.
Which sectors are listed for Abul Khair Economic Zone?
Abul Khair Economic Zone is listed with a sector focus including Metalworking And Metallurgy, Textiles And Apparel, and Leather And Footwear.
Which benefits and incentives are recorded for Abul Khair Economic Zone?
SEZ Explorer's current record lists: 10-year regressive income-tax holiday for units (100/100/80/70/60/50/40/30/20/10%); duty-free import of capital machinery, construction materials and raw materials; 80% VAT rebate on utility services; 100% foreign ownership; full repatriation of capital, profits and dividends; one-stop services. Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.