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Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in India
Special Economic Zones are designated areas created to promote exports, investment, economic activity and employment. KahemIndia provides SEZ advisory, unit setup, regulatory, accounting, taxation and compliance support for businesses exploring India's Special Economic Zones.
Build Your Export-Oriented Presence in India
9-Step
Unit Setup Process
Export
Oriented Ecosystem
End-to-End
Setup to Compliance
Feasibility Assessment
We help evaluate whether an SEZ structure makes commercial and regulatory sense.
Setup Assistance
Support with documentation, applications, approvals and establishment requirements.
Compliance Support
Assistance with ongoing SEZ, tax and regulatory obligations.
Foreign Investor Support
Guidance for international businesses considering SEZ operations in India.
About This Service
A Specialized Environment for Export-Oriented Business
A Special Economic Zone is a designated area governed by a specific regulatory framework for eligible activities. SEZs are intended to create a business environment that supports export-oriented activities, international trade, manufacturing, IT and IT-enabled services, global operations, investment and employment.
Establishing or operating an SEZ unit involves specific approval procedures, documentation, operational requirements, customs considerations, tax implications and ongoing compliance. KahemIndia supports businesses across each of these areas.
Benefits
SEZ Benefits & Business Advantages
Subject to prevailing laws and eligibility conditions, businesses operating within SEZs may benefit from a range of features.
Assess SEZ Suitability- Export-oriented infrastructure for international trade
- Customs and duty-related treatment on eligible transactions
- Dedicated commercial and industrial infrastructure
- An environment attractive to domestic and foreign investors
- A streamlined regulatory framework for eligible units
- An international business environment for global customers
Tax incentives and benefits are subject to prevailing laws and eligibility
Purpose
Objectives of SEZs in India
The SEZ framework is designed to encourage growth across exports, investment and employment.
Export Growth
An environment supporting businesses engaged in eligible export activities.
Investment
Attracting both domestic and foreign investment into the zones.
Employment
Contributing to employment generation across manufacturing and services.
Infrastructure Development
Dedicated infrastructure and facilities for business operations.
International Competitiveness
Access to infrastructure and an ecosystem built for global business.
Eligibility
Who Can Establish an SEZ?
Depending on the applicable framework, an SEZ may be proposed by a range of eligible applicants and structured in different categories.
Private Developers & Companies
Private developers and companies proposing to develop an SEZ.
Partnerships & Joint Ventures
Partnership firms and joint ventures forming an SEZ arrangement.
Government & State Entities
Government entities and state governments proposing SEZs.
Multi-Product SEZs
Proposals structured to accommodate multiple product categories.
Sector-Specific SEZs
Proposals focused on a particular sector or product category.
Other Eligible Categories
Additional permitted persons, entities and SEZ categories.
Our Process
SEZ Unit Setup Process
Establishing a unit within an existing SEZ generally follows nine stages.
- 01
Business Feasibility Assessment
We understand activities, products or services, export plans, investment and employment projections.
- 02
SEZ Selection
Evaluate SEZs by location, industry, infrastructure, connectivity, premises and operating costs.
- 03
Eligibility Assessment
The proposed activity is evaluated against the applicable SEZ framework.
- 04
Application Preparation
The required application and supporting documentation are prepared.
- 05
Submission & Approval
The application is submitted and reviewed by the relevant authority.
- 06
Premises / Lease Documentation
Once approved, lease or premises documentation is completed with the SEZ developer.
- 07
Operational Setup
The business completes its operational setup and related registrations.
- 08
Commencement
Commencement of eligible operations is communicated through the applicable process.
- 09
Ongoing Compliance
The unit maintains SEZ, customs, tax, accounting, export and regulatory records.
Common Applications
SEZ Applications for Export-Oriented Business
SEZ Compliance Services
Operating an SEZ unit requires continuing compliance. We help you maintain accurate records and meet every filing obligation.
- SEZ & customs-related compliance
- Import/export documentation
- Accounting, GST, income tax & TDS
- Statutory audit & annual filings
- Regulatory reporting
- Maintenance of prescribed records
SEZ Exit & Closure
When a business decides to exit an SEZ, we assist with settlement of liabilities, disposal or transfer of assets, customs formalities, tax compliance, closure documentation and approvals from the relevant authorities.
Learn More →FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
A Special Economic Zone is a designated area operating under a specialized regulatory framework intended to promote investment, exports, economic activity, and employment.
Eligible foreign businesses may establish units in SEZs subject to applicable FDI, SEZ, foreign exchange, and sector-specific requirements.
Eligible manufacturing and service activities can operate in SEZs, subject to the applicable framework and approval requirements.
Depending on eligibility and prevailing laws, SEZ units may benefit from specified customs, duty, infrastructure, and other regulatory advantages.
No. Tax treatment and incentives depend on prevailing legislation, eligibility, the nature of the transaction, and other applicable conditions.
The process generally involves selecting an appropriate SEZ, evaluating eligibility, preparing an application, obtaining approval, completing premises formalities, establishing operations, and maintaining ongoing compliance.
Ready to Build Your SEZ Presence in India?
For businesses focused on exports, international operations, manufacturing, technology or global service delivery, an SEZ can form an important part of an India expansion strategy. KahemIndia can assist with feasibility, unit setup, documentation, regulatory support and ongoing compliance.
- Feasibility First
- Setup Assistance
- Ongoing Compliance
Related Reading
SEZ units involving foreign capital should also review Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India, and any new SEZ entity will first need to go through Company Formation in India.