Colón Free Trade Zone

Colón Free Trade Zone is a Free Zone located in Colón, Panama, established in 1948, with Ministry of Commerce and Industries / National Commission of Free Zones listed as its governing authority.

Key Facts

TypeFree Zone
LocationColón, Panama
Year Established1948
Companies2,500
Governing AuthorityMinistry of Commerce and Industries / National Commission of Free Zones
Statusoperational

Recorded Benefits and Incentives

The zone offers a corporate tax holiday, duty-free imports, and exemption from VAT on exports. It also provides simplified immigration procedures and unrestricted capital repatriation.

Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.

About Colón Free Trade Zone

The Colón Free Trade Zone (CFTZ) is the largest free trade zone in the Americas and the second largest in the world, established in 1948. Located at the Atlantic entrance of the Panama Canal, it serves as a global hub for re-exporting goods, particularly to Latin America. The CFTZ facilitates international trade, storage, assembly, and distribution for a vast array of products.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of zone is Colón Free Trade Zone?

Colón Free Trade Zone is a Free Zone.

Where is Colón Free Trade Zone located?

Colón Free Trade Zone is located in Colón, Panama.

When was Colón Free Trade Zone established?

Colón Free Trade Zone was established in 1948.

Which governing authority is listed for Colón Free Trade Zone?

SEZ Explorer records Ministry of Commerce and Industries / National Commission of Free Zones as the governing authority for Colón Free Trade Zone. Confirm its current jurisdiction and remit with the authority.

Which benefits and incentives are recorded for Colón Free Trade Zone?

SEZ Explorer's current record lists: The zone offers a corporate tax holiday, duty-free imports, and exemption from VAT on exports. It also provides simplified immigration procedures and unrestricted capital repatriation. Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.

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