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Kutaisi FIZ: Overview and opportunities
Two independent zones operate under the brand of the Kutaisi FIZ:
- Kutaisi Free Zone (KFZ) is a municipal zone, established in 2009, aimed at light industry. It currently offers 60,000 m² of free production space and provides jobs for 500 employees.
- Hualing Kutaisi FIZ is a private zone from the Hualing Group, opened in 2015; it covers an area of 36 hectares. It takes only 12–24 hours to register companies and bank accounts.
Both zones guarantee a full set of tax incentives – 0 % CIT, 0 % VAT, 0 % import/export duty and 0 % dividend tax. This is a standard tax incentive scheme typical for Georgian free industrial zones.
Comparative table of FIZ Kutaisi
| Criterion | Kutaisi Free Zone | Hualing Kutaisi FIZ |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 110,000 m² of buildings, 68,000 m² vacant | 36 hectares of greenfield + ready warehouses |
| Registration | 1–2 working days, 100% foreign capital | 12–24 hours, online subscription option |
| License | from 3 500 USD/year | from 4 000 USD/year |
| Warehouse rental | ≈ 1,8 USD/m² | ≈ 2,2 USD/m² |
| Electricity tariff | mid-regional | “lowest in the region” |
| Clusters | household appliances, food industry, lubricants | woodworking, furniture, metal, building materials |
| Location | 19 km to KUT airport, 95 km to Poti port | 19 km to KUT, 95 km to Poti |
Tax incentives (for both zones)
| Tax | Tax rate outside of the zone | In FIZ Kutaisi |
|---|---|---|
| CIT (corporate income tax) | 15 % | 0 % |
| VAT | 18 % | 0 % |
| Duty on import/export | 0 / 5 / 12 % | 0 % |
| Tax on dividends | 5 % | 0 % |
When goods are sold on the domestic market of Georgia, a single tax of 4 % of the proceeds is applied.
Stages of company registration in FIZ Kutaisi
- Selection of zone (KFZ or Hualing) and reservation of name online.
- Preparation of incorporation documents (Articles of Association and passport of the founder) – translation/apostille.
- Signing a contract with the administration (electronic signature is allowed).
- Registration in the registry of the zone: 24–48 hours for KFZ / 12–24 hours for Hualing.
- Opening a bank account (Bank of Georgia, TBC).
The whole process can be done remotely with a general power of attorney.
Which zone is right for you?
Kutaisi Free Zone
- Manufacture of household appliances (e.g. Atlantic, Silkway).
- Food raw materials and small agro‐export packaging.
- Plastic and oil manufacturing (e.g. UG Lubricants).
Hualing Kutaisi FIZ
- Wood and stone processing and furniture manufacturing.
- Metal construction and building materials.
- Warehousing solutions for e‐commerce with access to EU/Turkey markets.
Frequently asked questions about FIZ Kutaisi
- Is it possible to move production from one zone to another?
- Yes, your company will remain a resident of FIZ Georgia; this will require a new lease agreement and customs re‐registration.
- Do I need a local director?
- No, a single foreign founder is sufficient.
- What is the cost of accounting services?
- Starts from 1,200 USD per year (with minimal reporting, but books must be kept).
Conclusion
Kutaisi FIZ offers two formats for business: the budget KFZ with quick registration and affordable rent, and the private Hualing with extensive greenfield territory and the lowest electricity tariff in the area. Both options provide “tax zero” and a convenient logistics solution with an airport and port within a 100 km radius.
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