Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone)

Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) is a Free Zone located in Vila do Porto, Portugal, established in 1986, with Governo Regional dos Açores / Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira listed as its governing authority.

Key Facts

TypeFree Zone
LocationVila do Porto, Portugal
Year Established1986
Area38 ha hectares
Companies18
Governing AuthorityGoverno Regional dos Açores / Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira
Statusoperational

Recorded Benefits and Incentives

Duty and VAT suspension on non-EU goods, regional investment grants/tax credits, fast-track customs, and full EU/regional market access.

Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.

Recorded Sector Focus

Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) is listed with a sector focus including Aerospace And Aviation, Maritime And Port Logistics, and Bonded Logistics And Warehousing.

About Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone)

Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) (Vila do Porto (Santa Maria), Portugal) — Statutory Portuguese free zone in the Azores. Legal basis: Decreto-Lei n.º 34/87 / Estatuto dos Benefícios Fiscais.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of zone is Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone)?

Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) is a Free Zone.

Where is Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) located?

Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) is located in Vila do Porto, Portugal.

When was Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) established?

Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) was established in 1986.

Which governing authority is listed for Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone)?

SEZ Explorer records Governo Regional dos Açores / Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira as the governing authority for Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone). Confirm its current jurisdiction and remit with the authority.

Which sectors are listed for Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone)?

Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone) is listed with a sector focus including Aerospace And Aviation, Maritime And Port Logistics, and Bonded Logistics And Warehousing.

Which benefits and incentives are recorded for Zona Franca dos Açores (Santa Maria Free Zone)?

SEZ Explorer's current record lists: Duty and VAT suspension on non-EU goods, regional investment grants/tax credits, fast-track customs, and full EU/regional market access. Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.

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