Latvia offers one of the smartest tax regimes in the OECD, replicating the successful Estonian tax deferral model but in a banking and regulatory environment often more accessible to foreign capital. Its strategic location in the Baltics, combined with a world-class digital infrastructure, allows corporations to reinvest 100% of their profits without tax burden, optimising operating cash flow for accelerated growth and international expansion.
Latvia
The smart tax model. 0% tax on reinvested profits, strong Nordic banking and full access to the EU market.
- Latvia has positioned itself as an elite jurisdiction for efficient capital. Its tax system, which taxes only dividend distributions and not profit generation, makes it an ideal location for holding companies, trading companies and technology startups that prioritise liquidity and continuous reinvestment of assets.
100% Remote Management. No travel required.
INTEGRAL VISION
Infrastructure Legal Solid for Global Business
DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT
Advanced Electronic Registration
The Business Register (Uzņēmumu reģistrs) operates under a fully digitalised standard. The use of qualified electronic signatures (eParaksts or eIDAS) enables remote, transparent and bureaucratic frictionless corporate governance, aligned with the highest EU compliance standards.
TAX ADVANTAGE
Deferred Taxation
The cornerstone of the jurisdiction. Latvian companies do not pay corporate income tax annually on their profits. The 20% tax is only triggered at the time dividends are distributed to shareholders, allowing for a compound interest effect on operating capital.
ENTITIES
Available Company Types
Sabiedrība ar ierobežotu atbildību (SIA) Standard
The standard Limited Liability Company. Requires a capital of EUR 2,800 (50% can be paid up at the start). It is the most reputable and bankable vehicle, with no restrictions on dividend distributions from the first year.
Mazkapitāla SIA (Small-Cap SIA)
Identical structure to the SIA but can be set up with capital from EUR 1 to EUR 2,799. Ideal for initial stages. Requires 25% of annual profits to be allocated to mandatory reserves until the standard capital of EUR 2,800 is reached.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Banking and Fintech Network
Swedbank Latvia
The country's largest bank, Swedish-owned. Undisputed leader in corporate banking and digitalisation.
Citadele Banka
Bank with strong US capital backing, focused on innovation and agile services for SMEs.
SEB Banka
Top-tier Nordic financial institution, preferred by large corporations and institutional investors.
ROUTE SHEET
Incorporation Protocol
We have standardised international bureaucratic complexity into a linear and efficient process. Our team centralises legal, tax and administrative management, allowing you to operate in your chosen jurisdiction with full assurance of regulatory compliance.
01. Compliance Validation (KYC)
Initiation of the dossier by digitally compiling basic documentation (Passport and Proof of Residence). We perform legal and regulatory validation (AML) in less than 24 hours to ensure a seamless process.
02. Incorporation and Official Registration
Drafting of articles of association and preparation of articles of association in accordance with local regulations. We manage the filing with the competent registration authority and settle the governmental fees until the Certificate of Incorporation is obtained.
03. Operational Activation and Banking
Formal delivery of the ‘Corporate Set’ with the company's legal documents. In this final phase, we execute the introductions with the selected financial institutions or EMIs to enable the company's treasury.
We were looking for legal certainty to operate in Europe, but bureaucracy was holding us back. Your team not only handled the registration, but also advised us on the optimal tax structure. We feel we have an in-house legal department.
Sarah V.
Chief Operating Officer, Ventus Capital
360º SOLUTIONS
Corporate Governance Integral
Design of the optimal legal vehicle (LTD, LLC, Holding). Includes customised drafting of articles of association, government registration and payment of upfront fees to deliver an operational 100% company.
Direct access to our network of banking partners and EMIs. We manage the entire compliance dossier to ensure the opening of multi-currency corporate accounts with your own IBAN.
Provision of Registered Office and Secretarial or Nominee Address services, ensuring strict compliance with the requirements of substance and privacy.
Comprehensive management of the annual maintenance of the company. This includes the filing of accounting books, VAT returns and corporate tax returns.
STRATEGIC PARTNER
More than a Gestoria: Your Global Partner
We understand that operating abroad creates uncertainty. Our approach goes beyond red tape: we act as a proactive extension of your team, anticipating regulatory barriers and resolving operational challenges so you can focus on scaling your business.
CONTINENTAL NETWORK
Other Jurisdictions at Level Continental
IMMEDIATE OPERATION