Special Technology Zone

Built for technology, designed for enterprise.

Work, live, innovate, scale

A future focused Science and Technology Park in Islamabad giving local and international companies a practical platform to establish, innovate and scale.

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10 Years

STZ Incentives Duration

10 Years

STZ Incentives Duration

Project Scale

1.1 Million Sq Ft STZ

Project Scale

1.1 Million Sq Ft STZ

0% Tax

Long Term Fiscal Incentive

0% Tax

Long Term Fiscal Incentive

Smart Living

Integrated Work-Live Ecosystem

Smart Living

Integrated Work-Live Ecosystem

10 Years

STZ Incentives Duration

10 Years

STZ Incentives Duration

Project Scale

1.1 Million Sq Ft STZ

Project Scale

1.1 Million Sq Ft STZ

0% Tax

Long Term Fiscal Incentive

0% Tax

Long Term Fiscal Incentive

Smart Living

Integrated Work-Live Ecosystem

Smart Living

Integrated Work-Live Ecosystem

Strategic partnerships, shared innovation,

Lasting growth.

More Than Office Space.

A Platform for Technology Growth.

ISTP offers companies a credible operating base, suitable infrastructure, a structured Special Technology Zone framework, and access to the people and services needed to launch, supported by serviced living, retail, dining, wellness, and hospitality.

Choose from enterprise offices, technology operations, R&D, training and suitable high-technology production formats.

Coordinate space, documentation, professional services, banking and implementation through one interface.

Licensed Zone Enterprises may access specified fiscal, capital-goods import & foreign-exchange benefits.

Bring workplaces, visiting-team accommodation and daily services closer together within the wider development.

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Why local and international companies

choose ISTP

A Commercially Practical Route into Pakistan's Technology and Industrial Economy. ISTP enables startups and established enterprises to expand with subsidized electricity costs and a stronger business platform.

Regional Market Connectivity

Strategic Islamabad base serving Pakistan while connecting South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East.

Strong local partnership access

Local networks, business support and strategic partnerships accelerating market entry and long-term growth.

Strategic base in Islamabad

Establish operations in Pakistan's capital region with tech talent, business networks and national connectivity.

Technology Manufacturing Spaces

Designated STZ land for purpose-built assembly, localization and technology-led manufacturing.

Special Technology Zone advantages

Long-term STZ fiscal incentives with tax, customs, foreign-exchange and subsidized electricity benefits.

Integrated Enterprise Ecosystem

Technology workspaces, business support, offices, living and wellness in one connected destination.

Regional Market Connectivity

Strategic Islamabad base serving Pakistan while connecting South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East.

Strategic base in Islamabad

Establish operations in Pakistan's capital region with tech talent, business networks and national connectivity.

Special Technology Zone advantages

Long-term STZ fiscal incentives with tax, customs, foreign-exchange and subsidized electricity benefits.

Integrated Enterprise Ecosystem

Technology workspaces, business support, offices, living and wellness in one connected destination.

Technology Manufacturing Spaces

Designated STZ land for purpose-built assembly, localization and technology-led manufacturing.

Strong local partnership access

Local networks, business support and strategic partnerships accelerating market entry and long-term growth.

OurBenefits

0% profit and gains tax

Exemption from income tax on all business profits and gains, subject to the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

0% minimum and corporate tax

Exemption from minimum tax on turnover and Alternate Corporate Tax, under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

0% custom duties tax

Exemption on customs, sales, income tax and withholding tax for approved capital goods imports.

0% tax on venture capital returns

Exemption for venture capital investors on dividends and long-term gains from STZ-licensed entities.

Special foreign currency accounts

Licensed Zone Enterprises can maintain Special Foreign Currency Accounts for cross-border receipts and payments.

Full foreign currency retention

Foreign earnings can be retained in foreign currency without mandatory PKR conversion, except for local expenses.

Direct international payments

Foreign-currency funds can be used for overseas payments without SBP approval, subject to banking requirements.

Repatriation of profits

International companies can repatriate eligible profits and dividends securely through authorized banking channels.

Ready to grow?

Turn your expansion strategy into an operational presence

Connect with our team to explore industrial or enterprise space, STZ facilitation, and business setup to establish and scale in Pakistan.

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OurBenefits

0% profit and gains tax

Exemption from income tax on all business profits and gains, subject to the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

0% minimum and corporate tax

0% custom duties tax

0% tax on venture capital returns

Ready to grow?

Turn your expansion strategy into an operational presence

Connect with our team to explore industrial or enterprise space, STZ facilitation, and business setup to establish and scale in Pakistan.

Get In Touch

Work, live, innovate,Scale.

A Connected Ecosystem Where Technology, Enterprise and People Work, Live, Innovate and Scale Together Globally.

Work

Enterprise offices, technology centers, R&D, training facilities, and industrial land within 30 km.

Live

Serviced apartments and executive living with five-star amenities, gym, mall, pool, and more

Innovate and scale

Platform for innovation, research, talent development, technology transfer, and commercialization

Work

Enterprise offices, technology centers, R&D, training facilities, and industrial land within 30 km.

Live

Serviced apartments and executive living with five-star amenities, gym, mall, pool, and more

Innovate and scale

Platform for innovation, research, talent development, technology transfer, and commercialization

From interest

to go live

Discovery

Align the activity, business model, entity, workforce, infrastructure and target date.

Step 01

Site selection

Choose the right space for your office, industry and operating setup.

Step 02

Licensing

Align with the relevant framework and approvals for incentives.

Step 03

Implementation

Coordinate records for incentives, fit-outs, sourcing and commissioning.

Step 04

Go live

Launch operations and plug into the wider ISTP ecosystem for growth.

Step 05

From interest to go live

Step 01

Discovery

Align the activity, business model, entity, workforce, infrastructure and target date.

Step 02

Site selection

Choose the right space for your office, industry and operating setup.

Step 03

Licensing

Align with the relevant framework and approvals for incentives.

Step 04

Implementation

Coordinate records for incentives, fit-outs, sourcing and commissioning.

Step 05

Go live

Launch operations and plug into the wider ISTP ecosystem for growth.

We served multitudes of

global industries

ISTP is aligned with sectors that are expected to shape long term economic growth, innovation, and enterprise value.

AI & machine learning

Applied AI, intelligent products, automation and enterprise solutions.

Cloud computing

Cloud platforms, managed infrastructure and enterprise applications.

Big data analytics

Data engineering, advanced analytics and business intelligence.

Advanced manufacturing

Robotics, industrial automation, precision engineering and smart production.

Electrical cluster

Electrical systems, power electronics and energy solutions.

FinTech

Digital payments, banking technology, financial platforms and compliance.

Telecom & IoT

Network technologies, connected devices and smart systems.

AgriTech & biotechnology

Technology for agriculture, healthcare and life sciences.

Converging technologies

Integrated digital, physical and biological technologies.

Cybersecurity

Security engineering, SOC operations and digital protection.

Blockchain

Distributed ledgers, smart contracts and enterprise applications.

Renewable energy

Solar, energy storage and clean-energy technologies.

Strategically located

in Islamabad

ISTP is located in Islamabad's expanding western business corridor, connected to GT Road (N-5), M-1/M-2 motorway network, and Iran Avenue offering access for employees, suppliers, visitors, and intercity operations. Its proximity to Islamabad International Airport enhances connectivity.