Investment Guide
Discover the investment opportunities, incentives, and step-by-step process for establishing your industrial operation in the Kurdistan Region.
Investment Incentives
10-Year Tax Exemption
Complete income tax exemption for approved investment projects under the Kurdistan Investment Law.
5-Year Customs Exemption
Duty-free import of raw materials and equipment for the first 5 years of operation.
Subsidized Land Rates
Competitive lease rates with 25-year terms in serviced industrial zones.
Fast-Track Processing
Guaranteed SLAs: 5–15 working days on all application types with digital tracking.
Legal Protection
Investment protection under Kurdistan Region Investment Law No. 4 of 2006.
One-Stop Digital Portal
All services accessible through the ZANA platform — no physical visits needed.
Investment Process
Register on ZANA
Create your investor account and complete the KYC onboarding process.
Apply for Land
Submit a land allocation or ready-built unit application with required documents.
Obtain Permits
Apply for construction permits and complete milestone inspections.
Get Licensed
Apply for your industrial operating license to start production.
Operate & Comply
Manage renewals, inspections, and financials through your portal.
Eligible Sectors
Manufacturing
Food Processing
Pharmaceuticals
Textiles
Building Materials
Chemicals
Petrochemicals
Logistics
Technology
Agro-Industry