Free trade zones in Egypt
Egypt has several free trade zones strategically located throughout the country to promote investment and facilitate international trade.
There are currently 9 public free zones in Egypt, equipped with all the necessary facilities and infrastructure to support the operation and implementation of companies and their productions.
These free zones are strategically located in major cities that are well positioned due to their location, availability of labor and proximity to major seaports and airports, thus providing optimal support to both the zone itself and the surrounding areas.
The investment areas in these free zones are leased for an indefinite period on the basis of an annual lease system. The rental prices per square meter vary depending on the type of activity of the project: US$5 per square meter per year for industrial activities and US$10 for service and storage activities.
Alexandria
Nasr City
Port Said
Suez
Media Production City
Ismailia
Shebin El Kom
Damietta
Qeft
Alexandria
Overview
The Alexandria Public Free Zone is the largest and oldest free trade zone in Egypt. Strategically located in the port city of Alexandria on the Mediterranean, it offers ideal conditions for companies in the petrochemical, chemical, textile, oil refining and metal processing sectors. The zone has excellent infrastructure and allows easy access to European, African and Asian markets.
Distance to ports and airports
Port of Alexandria (EGALY): Directly connected
Port of Al-Dekheila (EGDKH): Approx. 7 km
Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE): Approx. 40 km
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approx. 220 km
Nasr City (Cairo)
Overview
The Nasr City Public Free Zone is located in the heart of Cairo, the capital of Egypt. It is particularly attractive for companies in the electronics, IT, textile, pharmaceutical and consumer goods manufacturing sectors. The proximity to government agencies, financial institutions and a large domestic market facilitates business processes and investments.
Distance to ports and airports
Port of Suez (EGSUZ): Approx. 140 km
Port of Alexandria (EGALY): Approx. 220 km
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approx. 10 km
Port Said
Overview
Located at the northern entrance to the Suez Canal, the Port Said Public Free Zone is a central hub for international maritime trade between Europe and Asia. It is ideal for logistics companies, shipbuilding, petrochemicals and the textile industry. The strategic location enables quick access to global markets and offers companies significant logistical advantages.
Distance to ports and airports
Port Said West (EGPSW): Directly connected
Port Said East (EGPSE): Directly connected
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approx. 200 km
Suez
Overview
The Suez Public Free Zone is located near the southern entrance to the Suez Canal, one of the most important shipping routes in the world. Ideal for companies in the petrochemical, heavy industry, logistics and renewable energy sectors, the zone offers direct access to international markets and facilitates the import and export of goods.
Distance to ports and airports
port of
Suez Adabiya (EGADA) and
Ain Sokhna (EGSOK): Directly connected
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approx. 130 km
Ismailia
Overview
Centrally located between Port Said and Suez on the freshwater canal, the Ismailia Public Free Zone is ideal for companies in the agricultural processing, food processing and packaging sectors. The zone benefits from its proximity to important trade routes and offers access to inland and maritime transport routes.
Distance to ports and airports
Port of Ismailia (EGISM): Directly connected
Port of Port Said (EGPSW/EGPSE): Approx. 80 km
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approx. 110 km
Damietta
Overview
Located on the Mediterranean coast, the Damietta Public Free Zone is known for its wood and furniture industries. Additionally, it offers opportunities in fishing, food processing and building materials production. The modern port of Damietta has specialized terminals and facilitates the export of goods to Europe and beyond.
Distance to ports and airports
Port of Damietta (EGDAM): Directly connected
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approx. 200 km
Media Production City
Overview
Located near 6th of October City near Cairo, the Media Production City Free Zone is the center for media, film production and information technology in Egypt. With state-of-the-art infrastructure and studios, it offers ideal conditions for companies in the media, IT and telecommunications sectors.
Distance to ports and airports
Port of Alexandria (EGALY): Approx. 220 km
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approx. 45 km
Shebin El Kom
Overview
Located in the fertile Nile Delta, the Shebin El Kom Public Free Zone has traditionally been a center of the textile and clothing industry. It also offers opportunities in agricultural processing and plastics production. The availability of skilled labor and proximity to raw materials make it an attractive location for investors.
Distance to ports and airports
Port of Alexandria (EGALY): Approx. 120 km
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approx. 80 km
Qeft
Overview
The Qeft Public Free Zone is located in Upper Egypt near the city of Qena. It targets companies in the mining, mineral processing, stone and marble industries, and renewable energy. The zone aims to promote economic development in the southern regions of the country and provides access to rich natural resources.
Distance to ports and airports
Port of Safaga (EGSGA): Approx. 160 km
Luxor International Airport (LXR): Approx. 60 km