International Company Status Registration: 5% Preferential Tax Regime for Businesses
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NOMOS Georgia is among the few specialized law firms providing comprehensive legal support for obtaining International Company Status in Georgia. This special tax regime represents one of the country’s most significant corporate tax incentives, enabling eligible businesses to lawfully reduce key tax liabilities while establishing Georgia as a regional operational hub.
What Is International Company Status?
International Company Status is a special legal and tax regime available to Georgian-registered legal entities that carry out qualifying activities approved by the Government of Georgia. These activities primarily include a broad range of information technology services and maritime-related services provided to non-resident clients outside Georgia.
Companies granted this status benefit from significant tax incentives, including:
- A reduced 5% corporate income tax rate (instead of the standard 15% rate applicable under the International Company regime).
- A reduced 5% personal income tax rate on qualifying employee salaries (instead of the standard 20% withholding rate), subject to the applicable legal requirements.
Who Needs the International Company Status Service?
International Company Status is intended for medium-sized and large international businesses seeking to reduce operating costs while expanding their global operations.
The service is particularly suitable for:
- International software development companies and technology businesses establishing development hubs in Georgia.
- Global digital marketing agencies, web hosting providers, and engineering companies.
- Maritime shipping companies, shipowners, ship management companies, and maritime brokerage businesses.
What Does NOMOS Georgia's International Company Status Service Include?
Obtaining International Company Status requires careful legal planning and compliance with detailed statutory requirements.
Our services include:
- A comprehensive legal audit to verify the mandatory two-year operational experience of the applicant company or its qualifying parent company.
- Planning and implementation of the required economic substance, including operational offices, local personnel, and an appropriate business cost structure.
- Preparation of the complete application package and submission to the Ministry of Finance of Georgia.
- Full legal representation throughout the review process until the final government decision granting International Company Status.
Why Choose NOMOS Georgia?
Unlike many other tax incentives, International Company Status is not granted automatically.
The status is awarded individually by the Government of Georgia through a formal governmental decision, following compliance with all statutory requirements.
The legal team at NOMOS Georgia has practical experience working with the relevant government authorities responsible for this highly specialized process. Our expertise helps minimize procedural risks and ensures that your application is professionally prepared from the outset.
Highly qualified attorneys providing reliable, compliant, and strategic legal solutions.
Streamlined digital processes allowing you to manage your legal affairs from anywhere.
Clear, upfront costs with absolutely no hidden fees, ensuring full financial predictability.
What Will You Gain by Using NOMOS Georgia's International Company Status Service?
Upon successful completion of the process, your company will receive an official decision of the Government of Georgia granting International Company Status.
This status enables your business to benefit from Georgia’s preferential tax regime, including:
- A 5% corporate income tax rate under the International Company regime.
- A 5% personal income tax rate on qualifying employee salaries.
- 0% property tax, where applicable under the relevant legislation.
- 0% dividend tax on qualifying dividend distributions.
These benefits can significantly reduce operating costs while allowing your company to offer more competitive net salaries and strengthen its position as an international business operating from Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary requirement for obtaining International Company Status?
The applicant company – or its qualifying parent company – must generally demonstrate at least two years of operational experience in an eligible business sector, such as information technology or another qualifying activity specified under Georgian legislation.
Does the preferential regime apply to dividend taxation?
Yes. Subject to the applicable legal requirements, dividends distributed by a company holding International Company Status are exempt from dividend tax under the preferential regime.
Our legal experts are ready to guide you through establishing your corporate presence in Georgia with turnkey support.