Zona Franca Colonia
Zona Franca Colonia is a Free Trade Zone located in Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia, Uruguay, established in 1923, regulated by the GRUPO CONTINENTAL ZONA FRANCA S.A..
Key Facts
| Type | Free Trade Zone |
|---|---|
| Location | Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia, Uruguay |
| Year Established | 1923 |
| Area | 80 hectares |
| Companies | 100 |
| Governing Authority | GRUPO CONTINENTAL ZONA FRANCA S.A. |
| Status | active |
Investment Incentives
Customs extensions, Exemption from Income Tax (25%), Wealth Tax (1.5%), VAT (22%) and Dividend Distribution Tax (7%), Acquiring inputs and equipment without tax and customs surcharges, Free movement of capital and repatriation of profits, Ability to provide all kinds of services outward, Possibility of hiring up to 25% of foreign personnel who may choose to waive the Uruguayan social security system, State responsibility for compensating damages if tax benefits are modified
Sector Focus
Zona Franca Colonia hosts businesses specialising in Mixed, Manufacturing, and Services.
About Zona Franca Colonia
A modern international park with industries, logistics developments, and businesses, operating under a legal regime of tax and customs exemptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of zone is Zona Franca Colonia?
Zona Franca Colonia is a Free Trade Zone.
Where is Zona Franca Colonia located?
Zona Franca Colonia is located in Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia, Uruguay.
When was Zona Franca Colonia established?
Zona Franca Colonia was established in 1923.
Who regulates Zona Franca Colonia?
Zona Franca Colonia is regulated by the GRUPO CONTINENTAL ZONA FRANCA S.A..
What sectors operate in Zona Franca Colonia?
Zona Franca Colonia hosts businesses in Mixed, Manufacturing, and Services.
What are the investment incentives at Zona Franca Colonia?
Customs extensions, Exemption from Income Tax (25%), Wealth Tax (1.5%), VAT (22%) and Dividend Distribution Tax (7%), Acquiring inputs and equipment without tax and customs surcharges, Free movement of capital and repatriation of profits, Ability to provide all kinds of services outward, Possibility of hiring up to 25% of foreign personnel who may choose to waive the Uruguayan social security system, State responsibility for compensating damages if tax benefits are modified