Economic Cities and Special Zones Authority
Enabling investment across economic cities and special zones
The Authority oversees the development and regulation of economic cities and special economic zones across Saudi Arabia, setting the regulatory frameworks and licenses investors need, and providing integrated digital services that let entrepreneurs establish and operate their projects efficiently and transparently -- supporting Saudi Vision 2030's goals of diversifying the national economy and attracting local and international investment.
News & Announcements
Thursday, September 10, 2026
ECZA Participates in the China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT)
In Xiamen, ECZA highlighted the advantages of Saudi Arabia’s Special Economic Zones and their role in attracting investors and connecting them to global markets.
Read moreTuesday, September 1, 2026
ECZA Signs Cooperation Agreement with Takamol Holding on the Sidelines of LEAP
ECZA signed a cooperation agreement with Takamol Holding to promote expertise exchange and develop innovative solutions that enhance the competitiveness of economic cities and Special Economic Zones.
Read moreWednesday, April 1, 2026
Maritime SEZ at Ras Al-Khair Welcomes First International Investors
The Ras Al-Khair Maritime Special Economic Zone has welcomed its first wave of international investors.
Read moreScheduled Maintenance Notice for the Digital Platform
The e-services platform will undergo scheduled maintenance that may result in temporary downtime.
DetailsLaunch of the Updated E-Services Catalog
The Authority launched an updated version of the e-services catalog with clearer categorization.
DetailsE-Services
Integrated digital services for investors and beneficiaries
Issue Investment License for a Special Economic Zone
Allows the investor to issue an investment license to carry out the activity within the special economic zone.
Incorporate a Company in a Special Economic Zone
Allows the incorporation of a limited liability company within the special economic zones.
Issue Commercial Registration
<p>Allows the establishment to be entered in the companies register and a commercial registration certificate to be issued to carry out the activity within the special economic zone.</p>
Economic Cities & Special Zones
King Abdullah Economic City
Makkah Region
One of the leading economic cities on the Red Sea coast, home to a seaport, an industrial zone, and integrated residential communities.
King Abdullah Economic City Special Economic Zone
Makkah Region
Cements the Kingdom's position as a leader in future industries, home to King Abdullah Port and the King Salman Automotive Cluster.
Knowledge Economic City
Madinah Region
An economic city focused on the knowledge economy and knowledge-based sectors, with high-quality urban infrastructure.
Ras Al Khair Special Economic Zone
Eastern Region
A special economic zone supporting heavy and mining industries, with competitive incentives and advanced industrial infrastructure.
Jazan Special Economic Zone
Jazan Region
A special economic zone on the Red Sea coast in southern Saudi Arabia, focused on food industries leveraging the Kingdom's richest agricultural region.
Cloud Computing Special Economic Zone
Riyadh
A special economic zone enabling the Kingdom's digital transformation through advanced cloud computing technologies.
Share Your Voice
The Authority enables you to take part in decision-making by sharing your opinions and proposals on economic projects and upcoming regulations across the economic cities and special zones, before they are approved and implemented.
Featured Investors
Success partners who chose the Economic Cities and Special Economic Zones to establish their investments
Contact us and talk to our support team
info@ecza.gov.sa · 00966-11-280-5858