TISEZA / SEZ registration
The Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA) registers zone operators and issues the SEZ incentive certificate that unlocks tax, duty, and land benefits.
| Step | Name | Responsible agency | Timeline | Documents | Fee | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SEZ developer/operator registration | TISEZA | 2–4 weeks | Investment brief, company documents | Per TISEZA schedule | tiseza.go.tz |
| 2 | SEZ incentive certificate | TISEZA | With registration | Approved application, site allocation | - | tiseza.go.tz |
| 3 | Export licence (where applicable) | TISEZA / MoIT | 1–2 weeks | SEZ certificate, product list | - | tiseza.go.tz |