Foreign Direct Investment
Foreign Direct Investment
For a successful business, core essentials include accessibility, convenience, port vicinity, and local infrastructure built to support overall business growth. These items aren’t just essential - they just make sense. San Bernardino County has it all!
Business owners actively choose San Bernardino County for its affordability, ease-of-access to major attractions, job opportunities, and competitive tax rates. Being the largest county in the USA provides expansive space opportunities and room to grow. It is conveniently located central to major Los Angeles and Long Beach ports, with access to major routes leading outbound to additional opportunities. San Bernardino County is located in Southern California, which represents the largest economy in the U.S. Combined with San Bernardino County's dedicated business development resources and services, established international relations, diversified markets, industry expansion, and major manufacturing facilities, there’s never been a better place to begin your business investment.
We’re always here to help you succeed! Reach out for more information on building your investment, expanding your operations, and developing your business in one of the best Southern California regions. Get started today!
Quick Facts
Top Foreign Owned Enterprises
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Healthcare
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Location
San Bernardino County is considered a getaway for the Pacific Rim and billions of dollars in goods move into and cross our borders every day thanks to an unparalleled collection of roadways, runways, and railways that lead to regional, national, and international business and population centers.
No matter what your industry may be, there’s a place for you in San Bernardino County!
How We Can Help
The San Bernardino County Economic Development Department (ED) is your partner in business success. No matter your business needs, ED is here to help make it happen - giving you the best opportunity to grow and create established operations.
You can find assistance, guidance, and resources on:
Site Selection Assistance
Project Facilitation
Regulatory and Tax Assistance
Market Analysis Assistance
Labor Market Assistance
Permitting Assistance
San Bernardino County at a Glance
Trade Mission
San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors has announced an upcoming trade and investment mission to South Korea and Japan, from April 15-22, 2023.
With a theme of “Getting Products Moving” this mission is focused on showcasing the County as an international logistics hub, while strengthening ties with international partners, and expanding on opportunities to increase exports to South Korea and Japan.
State of the County brings together more than 1,300 business, government and community leaders to experience more on what makes San Bernardino County a leading choice for business investment and job creation.
The manufacturing sector is going strong in San Bernardino County. Learn how we help manufacturers get started and grow.
Learn MoreAn opportunity zone is an economically-distressed community where new investments, under certain conditions, may be eligible for preferential tax treatment. Opportunity zones are designed to spur economic development by providing tax benefits to investors.
Learn MoreThe retail market in San Bernardino County is rapidly expanding. Through site selection and more, we help retail businesses thrive.
Learn MoreOur county has been the backdrop for countless movie, TV, and video productions. Get the details on bringing your production here.
Learn MoreSan Bernardino County is an inviting destination; a vast outdoor playground amid the bustling excitement of Southern California.
San Bernardino County is uniquely positioned with the resources for businesses to start, grow, and thrive.
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