Special Economic Zone (SEZ)

Mitchell Cotts has officially been licensed to operate a Special Economic Zone (SEZ)!

Register your enterprise to operate within our SEZ and unlock a range of tax, customs, and other exclusive incentives designed to boost your business.

What Is a Special Economic Zone (SEZ)?

Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are designated areas that offer more favourable administrative, regulatory and fiscal regimes compared to the domestic economy. These zones are specifically designed to overcome common barriers such as restrictive policies, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to land, making them ideal for businesses looking to expand their operations.

As a licensed SEZ operator, Mitchell Cotts Freight SEZ is committed to delivering significant cost savings, enhanced efficiency, increased flexibility, robust security, and exceptional convenience through our state-of-the-art facilities and tailored services.

Explore the Components of Mitchell Cotts SEZ

1. Free Port

Our customs-controlled Free Port is a hub where goods can be off-loaded and managed with unparalleled efficiency. Services include:

• Transhipment to Other Ports
• Secure Storage Solutions
• Bulk Breaking & Repacking
• Sorting & Mixing
• Trading & Other Handling Operations

2. Industrial Park

Our integrated Industrial Park is designed to meet the comprehensive needs of manufacturing and processing industries. Benefit from:

• Advanced Infrastructure: Tailored for optimal manufacturing processes.
• Strategic Location: Situated within a 4-kilometer radius of Mombasa Port for direct off-loading of project cargo.

Unlock the Benefits of Operating in Mitchell Cotts SEZ

Customs Incentives

• Income Tax Incentive: Reduced corporate tax rates starting at 10% for the first ten years.
• Withholding Tax Incentives: Reduced rates on interest, management fees, professional fees, and royalties.
• Value Added Tax Incentive: SEZ entities enjoy VAT exemptions and zero-rated supplies.

Customs Exemptions

• Duty-Free Imports: Enjoy customs exemptions with our easy application process for exemption codes.
• Export Levy Exemptions: No export levy for goods destined for SEZs.
• IDF & RDL Exemptions: Goods destined for approved SEZs are exempt from Import Declaration Fees (IDF), with RDL applying only as necessary.

Pathways to using SEZ Facilities/Services

Mitchell Cotts SEZ Value-Added Services

• Extended Storage: Prolonged storage without Customs Authority interference.
• Custom Packaging & Handling: Tailor orders to your specific needs with our repackaging services.
• Re-exports: Seamlessly re-export goods to regional markets.
• Expert Warehousing: Avoid demurrage with our efficient devanning and warehousing services.
• Container Load Deliveries: Manage inventory with predictable, just-in-time deliveries.
• Cash Flow Management: Enhance cash flow with deferred or partial cargo release options.

Mitchell Cotts Value Proposition as Importer of Record

• Importer of Record (IOR) Services: We handle the importation and stocking of raw materials, ensuring your stocks remain secure and managed efficiently.
• Comprehensive Warehousing Solutions: Avoid the need for bonded storage with our advanced warehousing at the MCF Free Port.
• Seamless Clearance & Delivery: We manage all clearance and delivery processes, ensuring goods reach their local or cross-border destinations smoothly.

Ready to Transform Your Business?

For more information on how you can register your enterprise to operate in the Mitchell Cotts Special Economic Zone (SEZ), contact us today:

Pilot Line: +254 730 110 000
Email: sales@mitchellcotts.co.ke

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