Free Zone and Service Park Space in El Salvador
Rents in parks and warehouses
| Space | Rent per m² a month | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial space in free zones and service parks | $2.25 to $4.80 | INVEST, from park administrators, 2024 guide |
| Warehouses, 2020 and 2021 | $4 to $6.50 | Porta Real Estate, September 2024 |
| Warehouses, 2024 | $6 to $10 | Porta Real Estate, September 2024 |
Source: INVEST: Investor’s Guide El Salvador 2024; Diario El Mundo: warehouse rents up 40% in five years, September 20241,2
INVEST notes that prices are negotiated. When comparing offers, ask each park what the rent includes, such as security, maintenance, power supply and loading docks, and for how long the rate is fixed.1
Why companies choose a park
- Companies authorised under the Free Zones Law can import inputs and machinery free of duties and VAT and receive income tax exemptions.
- Service companies, such as call centres and shared service centres, can use service parks under the International Services Law.
- INVEST says the authorisation for free zone companies was cut from 270 to 15 days.
Source: INVEST: Investor Guide El Salvador, 2025 edition (PDF, in Spanish); PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries: El Salvador, tax credits and incentives3,4
The rules for free zone companies are explained in the free zones section.4
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does free zone space cost?
INVEST gives a range of $2.25 to $4.80 per m² a month for industrial space in free zones and service parks, based on prices from park administrators.
What do warehouses cost outside the parks?
A property firm put warehouse rents at $6 to $10 per m² in 2024, about 40% higher than in 2020 and 2021.
How long does it take to authorise a free zone company?
15 days, down from 270 days.
Sources
- INVEST: Investor’s Guide El Salvador 2024 (PDF)
- Diario El Mundo: warehouse rents up 40% in five years, September 2024 (in Spanish)
- INVEST: Investor Guide El Salvador, 2025 edition (PDF, in Spanish)
- PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries: El Salvador, tax credits and incentives
Figures checked 8 November 2026. Prepared by InvestSalvador.com for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.
