Saudi Arabia has launched a new campaign aimed at transforming its Special Economic Zones (SEZs) into world-class investment hubs by offering a comprehensive package of tax incentives, streamlined visas, and regulatory reforms. The move is part of the kingdom’s broader strategy to diversify its economy and strengthen its global competitiveness.
The initiative, spearheaded by the Economic Cities and Special Zones Authority (ECZA), is in partnership with the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. It includes attractive exemptions on taxes and customs duties, simplified visa processes, and the removal of financial equivalence requirements—measures designed to attract high-caliber foreign professionals and international firms.
ECZA Secretary General Nabil Khojah emphasized the significance of inter-agency coordination in enhancing the Kingdom’s appeal to investors. “These incentives are crafted to increase operational ease, reduce bureaucratic delays, and position Saudi Arabia’s SEZs as the region’s premier business destinations,” he said. 
Saudi Arabia’s SEZs are being developed as key zones for high-growth industries such as logistics, manufacturing, and advanced technology. To support this vision, the campaign introduces several investor-friendly measures. One of the notable developments is the creation of dedicated arbitration and reconciliation centers in partnership with the Ministry of Justice and the Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration. These centers will provide businesses with efficient, internationally aligned mechanisms to resolve disputes quickly and transparently.
Further collaborations with the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) aim to cut down on regulatory red tape, improving the ease of bringing goods and services into the Saudi market.
Additionally, ECZA is expanding its digital infrastructure through the One-Stop-Shop portal—a unified digital gateway that facilitates faster communication between investors and government entities. This platform enables smoother processes for licensing, approvals, and operational support, backed by enhanced data sharing and integration across government systems.
By making these comprehensive changes, Saudi Arabia reinforces its commitment to becoming a global magnet for investment, innovation, and top-tier talent.
