The Free Zone
Cagliari Free Zone
A customs free zone in the heart of the Mediterranean.
The Cagliari Free Zone is a permanent Customs Free Zone, established by Prime Ministerial Decree on 7 June 2001, recognized by the European Union and operating under EU customs regulations.
It covers more than 400,000 m² within the industrial port of Cagliari and offers a highly competitive environment for companies engaged in international markets.
Designed to attract investment, support extra-EU trade and promote advanced logistics, the Free Zone is part of a strategic network connecting Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
It ensures tax benefits, simplified customs procedures, and integrated services.
Strategic Advantages
Cagliari Free Zone - Key figures
Current operational area
40 hectares
Planned expansion
+30 authorized hectares
Direct access
to the industrial port with a 1,500 m quay
Water depth
up to 16 meters
Existing facilities
Customs and Guardia di Finanza buildings, internal road network, active video surveillance
FREE ZONE
What is a Customs Free Zone?
A Customs Free Zone (CFZ) is a defined and authorized area where goods can be introduced without immediate application of customs duties and VAT.
Permitted activities include storage, usual handling, processing, and transformation.
Goods are subject to taxation only when released for circulation within the domestic market. The Cagliari Free Zone is a “closed” CFZ, supervised by the Customs Agency and accessible only to authorized businesses.
It provides companies with operational simplifications, tax advantages, and a regulated, transparent environment.
Our strategic location
A natural logistics hub between Europe, Africa, and the Middle East
Located within the Cagliari Canal Port, the Free Zone benefits from a privileged position along the main Mediterranean trade routes.
Its deepwater port accommodates large container ships, while direct connections to road and rail networks ensure full intermodality.
Benefits and Incentives
A system designed to boost international competitiveness
Authorized businesses operating in the Free Zone can benefit from:
VAT and customs duty exemption
for goods introduced and processed within the zone
Streamlined procedures
with simplified customs supervision
Optimized cash flow
and reduced handling times
Access to tax incentives
and public support for logistics operations
Services and Infrastructure
Equipped, secure, and interconnected spaces
- Ready-to-use logistics infrastructure
- Dedicated buildings for customs, inspections, and administrative services
- Surveillance, monitoring, and access management services
- Business support for settlement, authorization, and customs procedures