TTSEZA is committed to sustainable economic growth, attracting investment, and fostering innovation.
Our Vision is to enhance economic growth and facilitate diversification and development in Trinidad and Tobago through a modern licensing and administrative regime.
The Trinidad and Tobago Special Economic Zones Authority (TTSEZA) will provide the necessary supervision and regulation of SEZs and be responsible for the overarching governance of the new SEZ regime. Its functions include reviewing, assessing, and determining applications for Operator Licences, Special Economic Zone Enterprise Licences, and Single Zone Enterprise Licences.
The establishment of the Trinidad and Tobago Special Economic Zones Authority (TTSEZA) is a direct outcome of economic policy reform aimed at enhancing the country’s investment climate, strengthening regulatory oversight, and aligning with international trade and compliance standards.
Trinidad and Tobago previously operated under the Free Zones regime, governed by the Free Zones Act, Chap. 81:07. While this regime provided incentives to businesses, it did not meet evolving global standards set by international bodies such as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the EU Code of Conduct Group.
To address these shortcomings, the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) framework was developed to replace the Free Zones regime. This new framework introduces greater transparency, a stronger regulatory structure, and economic impact assessment mechanisms. The reform ensures compliance with global best practices in trade, taxation, and investment facilitation, positioning Trinidad and Tobago as a more attractive and internationally compliant investment destination.
