Special Technology Zones Authority

The Special Technology Zones Authority (STZA) is an autonomous government body that licenses public and private investments to enable the establishment of Special Technology Zones (STZs) in Pakistan. These STZs offer businesses special incentives spanning over 10 years to promote technology exports, entrepreneurship, job creation, skill upgradation, research & development, and innovation in the tech sector.

PRODUCTS / SERVICES:

1. Exemption from Profit and Gains Tax 2. Exemption from Minimum Tax 3. Exemption of income tax on dividends & long-term capital gains of Venture Capital Funds from their investments in Zone Enterprises 4. Custom Duties, Withholding Tax, and Sales Tax exempted on import of Capital Goods