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When Is a Company Considered Insolvent under Georgian Legislation

When Is a Company Considered Insolvent under Georgian Legislation

Financial distress and insolvency are critical legal concepts affecting both businesses and their creditors. Georgian law establishes a structured framework for determining when a company is considered insolvent and for initiating insolvency proceedings. The primary legislation governing this area is the Law of Georgia on Rehabilitation and Collective Satisfaction of Creditors (the “Insolvency Law”), which

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Capital Gains Tax in Georgia

Capital Gains Tax in Georgia

Unlike many jurisdictions, Georgia does not impose a stand-alone capital gains tax. Instead, gains from the sale of assets are treated as ordinary income and taxed under either the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) or the Personal Income Tax (PIT) regime, depending on whether the taxpayer is a company or an individual. Yet, beneath this seemingly straightforward approach, Georgia’s tax code provides a series of

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accounting and tax services in Georgia

Accounting and Tax Services in Georgia

Georgia has established itself as one of the most business-friendly jurisdictions in the region, offering a straightforward tax system, competitive tax rates, and a transparent regulatory environment. The Tax Code of Georgia governs all key tax obligations, covering corporate income tax, personal income tax, value-added tax, property tax, withholding tax, and other levies that apply

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Submission of Information on International Controlled Transactions

Submission of Information on International Controlled Transactions

Pursuant to the amendment introduced by Order No. 52 of the Minister of Finance of Georgia dated February 24, 2026, to Order No. 996 of December 31, 2010 of the Minister of Finance of Georgia “On Tax Administration,” the annual Corporate Income Tax return form and the monthly Corporate Income Tax return form (only for

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Peer-To-Peer Gaming in Georgia: Operational Safeguards and Fair Play Requirements

Peer-To-Peer Gaming in Georgia: Operational Safeguards and Fair Play Requirements

Georgia has developed a comprehensive regulatory framework governing gambling activities under the Law of Georgia on Organizing Lotteries, Games of Chance and Other Prize Games (the “Gambling Law”). The legislation expressly recognizes peer-to-peer (“P2P”) gaming – a format in which players compete directly against one another rather than against the operator – and subjects it

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Georgian Tax Residency Rules for Individuals and Businesses

Georgian Tax Residency Rules for Individuals and Businesses

The Tax Code of Georgia places significant importance on determining a person’s tax residency. In Georgia, persons are generally taxed based on their residency rather than their citizenship. Different rules apply to individuals and legal entities for determining residency status. These rules are designed to identify where a person carries out most of their economic

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Capital Markets Regulation in Georgia: An Overview for Issuers and Investors

Capital Markets Regulation in Georgia: An Overview for Issuers and Investors

Capital markets play an increasing role in the development of Georgia’s financial system by facilitating capital formation, investment opportunities, and market transparency. The principal legal framework governing this sector is the Law of Georgia on Securities Market (the “Law on Securities Market”), originally adopted on 24 December 1998 and subsequently amended, most recently in December

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Taxation of Gambling Operators in Georgia: Corporate Income Tax and GGR Explained

Taxation of Gambling Operators in Georgia: Corporate Income Tax and GGR Explained

The taxation of gambling operators in Georgia is regulated by specific provisions of the Georgian Tax Code and related legislation governing lotteries, gambling, and prize games. Unlike ordinary business activities, gambling operations are subject to special tax rules, including unique methods for determining the taxable base and differentiated tax rates depending on the type of

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VAT Registration and Compliance Rules in Georgia

VAT Registration and Compliance Rules in Georgia

The Georgian VAT system is largely harmonised with the principles established under the EU VAT Directive, ensuring alignment with international best practices and reinforcing the transparency of the Georgian tax framework. Value Added Tax (VAT) in Georgia is a consumption-based tax, meaning that taxation is linked to the place where goods or services are consumed

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IP Licensing Georgia

Legal Framework Governing Permission to Use Intellectual Property in Georgia

Georgia has developed a robust legal framework for intellectual property protection. The cornerstone of this framework is the Law of Georgia on Copyright and Related Rights (the “Copyright Law”), which governs the creation, use, transfer, and licensing of intellectual property. The National Intellectual Property Centre of Georgia („Sakpatenti“) serves as the primary regulatory authority responsible

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