Our lawyers in Georgia can help foreigners doing business in the country. Our company is based in Tbilisi, the country’s capital city; we have an experience in company registration and corporate legal services of more than 15 years.
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| Legal services offered by our law firm in Georgia |
Assistance in: – litigation cases, – company formation, – obtaining permits and licenses, – legal assistance in preparing corporate documents, contracts, etc., – immigration services, – commercial and civil legal matters, – purchasing properties, etc. |
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Types of clients our team can serve |
– individuals (citizens, permanent residents, temporary residents) in Georgia, – Georgian companies, – foreign individuals and investors |
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Reasons to choose our team |
– reliability, – very good pricing system, – expertise in many areas of law, – a team of lawyers with very good credentials, – foreign languages profficiency (English, Russian). |
| Legal services for company formation in Georgia |
– assistance in finding a business office, – signing the lease/purchase agreement, – registering companies in Georgia and its Free Industrial Zones (Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Poti), – submitting the corporate documents with the National Agency of Public Registry of the Ministry of Justice of Georgia, – opening a corporate bank account, – obtaining residence permits for investors, etc. |
| Legal services for setting up a representative office |
Preparing the paperwork and registering with the local authorities. |
| Accounting services (yes/no) | Yes |
| Tax advice and assistance (yes/no) | Yes |
| Tax registration services |
– register with the Revenue Service, – apply for a Tax Identification Number (TIN) |
| Common legal services for foreigners |
Our law firm in Georgia can help clients with advice on: – how to relocate here, – the types of visas one can obtain/visa exemptions, – residence permits (work, study, family reunification, etc.), – citizenship rules, – regulations for stateless persons, – border control rules, – advice on consulate/diplomatic mission, – visa applications, – visa refusals, – visa appeals, etc. |
| Assistance in setting up a bank account |
Legal representation through the power of attorney, assistance for in-person bank visits, preparing all the documents and forms required by the bank (for foreign natural persons Georgia applies very simple rules). |
| Basic taxes for companies in Georgia |
– corporate income tax – standard 15% and 0% for free zones companies, – tax on dividends – standard 5% and 0% (for free zones companies), – withholding taxes on interest – 0%, 5% and 15%, – VAT – 18%, – property tax – up to 1%. |
| Basic taxes for individuals in Georgia |
– personal income tax – charged at a rate of 20%, – property tax – from 0% to 1%. |
| When can a foreigner apply for a residence permit? |
A foreigner can obtain a residence permit for: – work, – study, – family reunification, – as a former citizen of Georgia, – as a stateless person. One can also apply for the special residence permit, the temporary residence permit, the permanent residence permit and the residence permit for indefinite stay (for investment purposes). |
| Reasons to invest in Georgia |
– tax advantages and tax exemptions in the Free Industrial Zones, – low prices, – fast incorporation procedure, – few registration requirements, – many procedures can be concluded through the power of attorney granted to our law firm in Georgia, – many opportunities in the real estate industry, – very low property taxes |
| Debt collection services |
– contacting the debtor, – finding a suitable repayment system, – sending notices of default to the debtor, – applying out-of-court measures, – addressing to competent Georgian courts. |
What are the main services offered by your lawyers in Georgia?
We want to come to the help of all types of clients which is why our legal services are available across the country and target the following sectors:
- civil law matters which range from litigation to family law matters in Georgia;
- commercial law matters including the registration of companies in Georgia;
- real estate matters, including buying, selling properties, but also real estate due diligence;
- immigration matters – obtaining various types of visas and residence permits in Georgia;
- debt collection services through amicable procedures followed by court litigation.
We can also assist in:
- mergers and acquisitions;
- intellectual property law;
- banking and insurance laws, etc.
How can you assist me opening a company in Georgia?
Foreign investors who are interested in opening a company Georgia have to deal with numerous legal matters related to the registration of the company, matters that can be completed with the help of our team:
- registration with the Georgian Trade Register;
- finding a suitable business address for the company;
- opening a corporate bank account;
- taxation registration and compliance;
- obtaining business permits;
- hiring employees, etc.
Is it possible to open a branch or a subsidiary in Georgia?
Yes. A branch and a subsidiary are both a legal way through which a foreign company can set its operations on the Georgian market. A branch office in Georgia is dependent on its parent-company, while the subsidiary is an independent structure.
What documents can our lawyers draft/review for foreign clients?
All types of documents, such as:
- incorporation documents (articles of association, memorandum, partnership agreements, etc.);
- rental/purchase contracts;
- employment contracts;
- agreements;
- court pleadings;
- wills;
- complaints;
- licensing documentation, etc.
Can I obtain legal assistance in real estate matters in Georgia?
Of course. Our law firm in Georgia can help with:
- preparing various real estate due diligence reports;
- completing verifications with the Land Register;
- finding suitable properties for sale, as per the desires of the client;
- assisting in the sale-purchase formalities;
- assisting in paying property taxes, etc.
Our main legal services in Georgia are also presented in the infographic below:
Do you offer assistance in litigation cases in Georgia?
Our law firm in Georgia can help companies and individuals in various litigation cases, among which debt collection is quite frequent. We can help client settle debts through amicable procedures in order to avoid lengthy and expensive procedures in court.
Can you provide foreign clients with legal representation in front of local courts?
Yes, foreign clients who need to resolve a legal case through the Georgian court system can request to be legally represented by our team of lawyers in Georgia. We can provide assistance to individuals and corporate clients alike.
How long does it take to complete various legal tasks?
We mention that the duration of these matters is highly influenced by the participation of various third parties (state authorities, private parties, etc.) and by the procedures stipulated by the law. Concerning this, you should know:
- signing the power of attorney (the document which grants us the right to legally represent clients) can be completed, in general, in maximum 1 business days;
- opening a bank account it can take around 1-3 business days, depending on the bank, the type of account, etc.;
- purchasing a real estate property – once the documentation has been prepared, and the parties have agreed upon the terms of the sale, the registration of the new ownership can be completed in just 1 business days (we refer here to the Land Registry change of ownership formalities);
- opening a company – a legal entity can be registered with the Georgian registration authority in 1 to 3 business days (several days may be required for the completion of other procedures).
We invite foreign entrepreneurs to contact our law firm in Georgia for more details on this matter.