Kenya inaugurated the Export Processing Zone (EPZ) program in 1990. The EPZ Authority was thereafter established to manage and promote the EPZ program among export - oriented potential investors.  

The program is aimed at providing an attractive investment opportunity for export-oriented business ventures within designated areas or zones. This seeks to help the economy through increased productive capital investment, jobs generated, technology transferred, development of backward linkages and diversification of exports. 

The  scheme offers a range of attractive incentives to ensure low cost operations, fast project set up, seamless enterprise operations to translate to high profitability. An effective one-stop-shop service at the EPZ Authority facilitates the investment process.

The EPZA welcomes all export-oriented investments but is particularly keen to develop projects and attract investors in food processing, fresh produce, packaging for shelf ready products, wooden products, leather and animal based products, jewelry and gemstones, pharmaceutical products and herbal medicines, medicinal supplies, cosmetic and personal care products, packaging products, textiles, commercial handicrafts, transport equipment, electronic and electrical goods, building materials & furnishings, data processing & audio-visual services and consultancy and professional services.

Tax benefits under EPZA

 Following are the tax benefits for investors:
•10 year corporation tax holiday and 25% tax thereafter
•10 year withholding tax holiday
•Stamp duty exemption
•100% investment deduction on initial investment applied over 20 years 
•Perpetual duty and VAT exemption on company input including machinery, spare parts , construction material, raw materials, office equipment, packaging, heavy diesel and fuel oil, excluding other petroleum based fuel, motor vehicles that are from outside the zone and motor vehicle spare parts.

Export Processing Zones Authority

This department oversees the organization's governance structure and processes, ensuring effective leadership and compliance.

Board Governance

This department oversees administrative functions, budget management, and ensures compliance with operational standards.

Administration and Compliance

This department focuses on the design, development, and implementation of engineering solutions across mechanical and software domains.

Engineering Division

This department manages and oversees environmental compliance and sewerage operations.

Environmental Services

This department oversees financial management, accounting, and administrative functions to support organizational operations.

Finance and Administration

This department specializes in conducting laboratory tests and providing technical support for electrical systems.

Export Processing Zones Authority

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Teams

Board Governance

Administration and Compliance

Engineering Division

Environmental Services

Finance and Administration

Laboratory Services

Offices