Establish a Free Zone Business Entity in Itana
Incorporate your business from anywhere in the world. Gain access to a range of benefits, including immigration, banking, taxation and more, while operating completely online.
Backed and trusted by global companies
Operate and scale your business in Nigeria and beyond
Streamline your operations with a Free Zone Enterprise. Access multiple markets from Nigeria.
Itana for Technology Companies
Global technology companies looking to set up and operate, or hire talent in Nigeria/Africa.
Itana for Services Companies
Service oriented business with Pan-African and/or global clients, looking to streamline their administrative and financial operations.
Itana for Startups
Global startups at launch or growth stage building in Nigeria, and require robust community network and support.
Why Itana
Set up and start operating in no time
Registering in Itana and accessing business and government services is seamless and efficient.
Tax benefits
As a business within the free zone, enjoy tax advantages on Corporate Income Tax, VAT, and tax on dividends in non-custom areas.
Seamless banking operations
Operate and offer services in multiple currencies. Easily establish your bank accounts.
Expert legal advice on licensing requirements
Access a team of experts to guide on identifying and acquiring sector-specific licenses.
Priority visa processing, no expatriate quota
Get access to priority processing for the team. No limit on expatriates or international talent.
100% foreign ownership
Option to hold 100% foreign ownership of your company.
Access to Africa’s largest economies
Itana provides a gateway to Nigeria and other African markets, with the second fastest growing software talent workforce globally.
Vibrant Founder community
Access an elite network of startup founders and established businesses, fostering collaboration and growth.
Establish a business entity in Nigeria's Digital Zone
Everything you need to know about setting up a business in Africa’s first free zone for technology and service-based businesses
Itana app: A powerful, safe, and easy-to-use online platform
Set up your business online, from anywhere in the world. Streamline your business operations (including banking, hiring, tax audits, payroll, business licenses, and visas) in a single, easy-to-use online application, saving you time and administrative costs.
Seamlessly enter the African market
Still exploring the market, become a Digital Resident
Business Name Reservation
Discounted Visa Processing (VOA)
Business Advisory Sessions – Access expert insights with 30-minute advisory calls each month (valued at $500/session)
Non-Resident Nigerian Bank Account Setup
Business Resources & Insights
Enjoy partner perks (valued at $1,000) that give you access to essential services and discounts
Opportunity to be listed in the vendor marketplace (valued at $300/year)
Virtual office access (valued at $150/year)
Meet like-minded professionals and form connections that matter
Attend exclusive Itana events designed to help you learn, grow, and expand your network
Be part of the community—access the directory, join discussions, and stay plugged in
$250
Annual renewal
Ready to set up your Free Zone Company? Register and get your operational license.
Everything in the Digital Residency
Company incorporation in Itana Digital Zone
Your business listed in the Itana Business Directory
Dedicated support team on navigating the business environment in Nigeria/Africa
Multi-currency business bank account setup
Express visa processing (all visa types, no Expat Quota)
Customs processing support for imports
Recruitment support via the Itana Network
Access to tax incentives in the zone
Exclusive discounts on professional & business services like legal, audit etc
Discount on Itana real estate investment opportunities
$2,000
Annual license
$1,000: Annual license renewal fee
Designed for founders, builders, and enablers of the digital economy
play video
Get started only with your $250 application fee
Frequently asked questions
Learn more about the Itana, and how you can leverage it to drive your business growth
It typically takes between two to four weeks upon submission of the application package. We are in the process of digitizing the application, review, and registration process to reduce the time required to process your application.
