Guangdong Free Trade Zone

Guangdong Free Trade Zone is a Free Trade Zone located in Guangzhou/Shenzhen/Zhuhai, China, established in 2015, regulated by the Guangdong Provincial Government.

Key Facts

TypeFree Trade Zone
LocationGuangzhou/Shenzhen/Zhuhai, China
Year Established2015
Area116.2 hectares
Companies150
Governing AuthorityGuangdong Provincial Government
Statusactive

Investment Incentives

Negative list approach for foreign investment, simplified business registration, one-stop services, reduced corporate income tax rate (15%) for eligible enterprises, individual income tax subsidies for high-end talent, cross-border financial services, digital RMB trials, foreign bank subsidiaries, intellectual property protections, R&D subsidies, venture capital incentives, bonded warehouses, streamlined customs procedures, single window system

Sector Focus

Guangdong Free Trade Zone hosts businesses specialising in Manufacturing, Trade, and Logistics.

About Guangdong Free Trade Zone

The Guangdong Free Trade Zone (GFTZ), officially known as China (Guangdong) Pilot Free-Trade Zone, is a significant free-trade zone in Guangdong province, China, strategically located near Hong Kong and Macau. Established in April 2015, it covers an area of 116.2 square kilometers and integrates three sub-zones: Nansha in Guangzhou, Qianhai and Shekou in Shenzhen, and Hengqin in Zhuhai. The GFTZ serves as a testing ground for policies aimed at liberalizing trade, attracting foreign investment, and maximizing the potential of the Greater Bay Area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of zone is Guangdong Free Trade Zone?

Guangdong Free Trade Zone is a Free Trade Zone.

Where is Guangdong Free Trade Zone located?

Guangdong Free Trade Zone is located in Guangzhou/Shenzhen/Zhuhai, China.

When was Guangdong Free Trade Zone established?

Guangdong Free Trade Zone was established in 2015.

Who regulates Guangdong Free Trade Zone?

Guangdong Free Trade Zone is regulated by the Guangdong Provincial Government.

What sectors operate in Guangdong Free Trade Zone?

Guangdong Free Trade Zone hosts businesses in Manufacturing, Trade, and Logistics.

What are the investment incentives at Guangdong Free Trade Zone?

Negative list approach for foreign investment, simplified business registration, one-stop services, reduced corporate income tax rate (15%) for eligible enterprises, individual income tax subsidies for high-end talent, cross-border financial services, digital RMB trials, foreign bank subsidiaries, intellectual property protections, R&D subsidies, venture capital incentives, bonded warehouses, streamlined customs procedures, single window system

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