Georgia offers a business-friendly and investor-oriented tax regime, consistently recognized by the World Bank and other institutions for its simplicity and ease of compliance. Whether you are an international entrepreneur, a multinational group, or a domestic company, understanding Georgia’s core tax structure is vital for compliance and strategic planning. Digital Tax Administration in Georgia Every […]
Last year, the Parliament of Georgia made changes to the Law of Georgia on Personal Data Protection (the PDP Law) to align personal data protection legislation more closely with the European Union standards. These significant changes to the PDP Law entered into force on 1 March 2024 and marked an important regulatory update. Grounds of
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As Georgia continues to position itself as a business-friendly jurisdiction and a regional hub for investment and innovation, hiring foreign employees by local companies is becoming increasingly common. Georgian labor and immigration laws establish a clear, albeit straightforward, framework for employing foreign citizens. This article outlines the key legal requirements for hiring foreign employees in
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Value-added tax (VAT) is one of the most essential taxes in Georgia. In 2024, VAT corresponded to 37% of the tax revenues of the Georgian budget. VAT plays a major role in Georgia’s fiscal policy and has strong potential to influence economic activity. This could be the reason why the VAT rate has remained unchanged
Georgia has established a legal framework governing securitization, a process that enables the transformation of future receivables into liquid financial instruments. The Law on Securitization outlines how entities can package income-generating assets and offer them to investors through structured instruments. The framework sets clear rules for key participants, including originators (Initiators), securitization vehicles (Securitization Entities),
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October 30, 2024 In July 2019, the Georgian government amended the Tax Code to provide specific tax benefits in Georgia for international companies. On 8 October 2020, the Government of Georgia introduced Ordinance N 619 (the Ordinance) that sets out the procedure to obtain the status of an international company, determines permitted activities that the
The legislation of Georgia provides safeguards for intellectual property both on an individual and collective basis. Individual protection means getting permission to use a work. This happens by signing a contract with the rights holder. In contrast, collective protection implies concluding a contract with an organization that manages property rights on a collective basis. Framework
Consumer arbitration is gaining popularity globally as a practical and efficient method for resolving disputes between businesses and consumers. It allows both parties to submit conflicts to an impartial third party, typically an arbitral institution, without going through lengthy court proceedings. However, consumer arbitration legislation differs significantly between the European Union and Georgia. Consumer Arbitration
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In a calculated effort to draw foreign investment and strengthen its position in the international gambling industry, Georgia has revised its tax laws, introducing a favorable Georgia online gambling tax for foreign operators. The updated regulations, which came into force on December 1, 2024, significantly ease the tax load for platforms focusing on international users.
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In the realm of financial services, particularly within the jurisdiction of Georgia, the operation of payment services is subject to regulatory oversight. This regulatory framework aims to ensure transparency, security, and stability within the payment sector. Central to this regulatory landscape are entities known as Payment System Providers (PSPs), which play a crucial role in
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