Setting Up an R&D Center in Kashgar

Why Set Up an R&D Center in Kashgar?

Xinjiang FTZ actively encourages foreign-invested R&D centers with a package of incentives designed to attract technology and innovation to the region.

Registration Fast Track

R&D centers benefit from accelerated registration procedures within the FTZ. The "one-window" service can reduce setup time to as little as 2 weeks for basic filing.

Tax Incentives

• Corporate income tax: qualifies for the 15% Western Development rate
• Equipment import: customs duty exemption for R&D equipment
• Technology transfer: preferential tax treatment for technology licensing income
• Super deduction: R&D expenses can be deducted at 100% + 50% additional deduction

Talent Facilitation

• Simplified visa procedures for foreign R&D personnel
• Housing subsidies in Kashgar Economic Development Zone
• Children's education support
• Green channel for permanent residence applications

Qualification Requirements

To qualify as a foreign-invested R&D center, the enterprise must: (1) have R&D as its primary business scope, (2) employ dedicated R&D personnel, (3) maintain actual R&D expenditure, and (4) operate in an encouraged industry.