Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ)
Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) is a Special Economic Zone located in Araihazar, Bangladesh, established in 2019, 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 | Araihazar, Bangladesh |
| Year Established | 2019 |
| Area | 1000 acres (404.7 ha) hectares |
| Companies | 12 |
| Governing Authority | Invest Bangladesh Authority (BEZA merged into it with BIDA and PPPA on 20 Aug 2026, Invest Bangladesh Act 2026) |
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.
About Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ)
Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (Japanese Economic Zone), Araihazar, Narayanganj - G2G joint venture of BEZA with Sumitomo Corporation/JICA on 1,000 acres; Phase 1 inaugurated Dec 2022; first Japanese manufacturers operating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of zone is Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ)?
Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) is a Special Economic Zone.
Where is Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) located?
Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) is located in Araihazar, Bangladesh.
When was Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) established?
Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) was established in 2019.
Which governing authority is listed for Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ)?
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 Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ). Confirm its current jurisdiction and remit with the authority.
Which benefits and incentives are recorded for Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ)?
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.