- Saudi Arabia issued Implementing Regulations for Special Economic Zones (SEZs) via Ministerial Resolution No. 468, published on 16 January 2026.
- The Regulations apply to four SEZs: Jazan, Cloud Computing, Ras Al-Khair, and King Abdullah Economic City, and take effect 90 days after publication.
- The Regulations introduce tax and customs incentives, mandatory licensing, and compliance requirements under the Economic Cities and Special Zones Authority (ECZA).
- Businesses in these SEZs must align with new labor, Saudization, and compliance obligations within the transition period.
- The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) will develop a procedural guide for tax and customs processes in collaboration with ECZA.
Source: taxnews.ey.com
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