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Austria: Between Austria and Slovenia there are no customs duties anymore. Minimum corporate income tax paid to account is equal to 1,750 EUR
Belgium: Due to international openness of the Belgian economy, there is a fierce competition on the Belgian market in practically all areas. Market communications are thus exceptionally demanding and on a high level. The market not only demands quality products, but also quality services. Bosnia and Herzegovina: The most common form, also suitable for Slovenian investors is a Limited liability company, while for larger companies a Joint stock company is also suitable. Czech Republic: An analysis of company ERNST & YOUNG showed Czech Republic as being the seventh most interesting country in the world in terms of investments. Among its major advantages is a qualified working class, which is cheap when compared with that of Western Europe. Montenegro: Montenegro is striving to increase foreign investments. As part of these efforts, on 1 January 2005 Montenegro lowered profit tax from 20% to 9%. Lowering profit tax has placed Montenegro among the countries with lowest rates of profit tax in Europe. In addition, foreign investors will also obtain other forms of tax relief.
Denmark: In Denmark, it is possible to obtain local financial help for investments. Financial help is also available to foreign investors, whereby domestic and local investors are treated equally. Finland: All companies, incorporated in Finland, have access to investment stimulations of the Finnish government and European Union. The purpose of the majority of stimulations of this kind is to accelerate investments in economically less developed regions.
France: French legislation allows foreign investors many different forms of business, which can be temporary or permanent, depending on the investor's strategy. Each form ensures specific obligations to tax legislation and to Companies Act. Ireland: An important success factor of Irish economy is foreign investments. Irish government uses its policies to attract foreign investors. Developed infrastructure, young and educated workforce (average .....)
Liechtenstein: Liechtenstein is among the richest countries in the world. Despite its smallness, it has developed into a highly industrialized country with a free economy and strong financial sector. Regarding the operation of companies, Liechtenstein has a very lenient Companies Act. Maximum tax does not exceed 20%.
Luxembourg: Luxembourg is more than a thousand years old country. Although with an area of only 2586 km2, Luxembourg is important, especially in business world, as many world banks and other financial institutions are headquartered in its capital. Also located in Luxembourg are the headquarters of The Court of Justice of the European Communities, the European Court of Justice, the European Investment Bank, and parts of the European Parliament.
Hungary: The Hungarian legislation does not have limitations regarding the number, nationality or residence of founders and shareholders. The company can also be founded by the company member, who during the time of registration, is entirely responsible for all the company’s liabilities. Netherlands: In comparison to other countries from EU, Netherlands has a much more flexible and liberal system or legislation regarding incorporation of companies. After entry of Slovenia to European Union, Slovenian individuals and companies can use, due to favourable tax treaties, the opportunity offered by incorporation of Company in Netherlands (private equity fund can utilize the possibility for tax exemption on payment of capital gains tax). It is already such that a Holding or B.V. (LLC) can only be founded by one person; minimum capital is 18,000 EUR. Portugal: Since July 2005, a pilot project has been under way, for quick incorporation of the company, in one place and in one day. In the first three months it is possible to incorporate a company with this procedure.. Poland: On 1 May 2004 a new Law on Value Added Tax entered into force, which determines new lists of products, for which lowered tax rates are valid, equal to 0%, 3% and 7%. Some services are exempt from payment of Value Added Tax.
Slovakia: In Slovakia, Slovenian citizens can incorporate a company or subsidiary of the company from home country and operate under the same conditions as Slovakia citizens.
Serbia: Corporate income tax in Republic of Serbia is 10%. Companies can use investments in fixed assets and costs of newly employed to lower their tax base.
Sweden: Sweden is a country that is open for foreign investments. It supports free trade in World Trade Organization. Foreigners can be 100% owners of companies, except in companies, which are engaged in maritime traffic or production of defence equipment. Foreigners can trade on Stockholm Stock Exchange without restrictions.
Switzerland: Switzerland has the following Value Added Tax rates: • 7.6% - normal rate, • 2.4% - lowered rate, • 3.6% - overnight tax, which will be in force until 31 December 2006. The purpose of this lowered tax rate is to encourage the development of tourism. Great Britain: British government supports foreign investments. Companies in foreign ownership are treated the same as British companies. USA The most common forms of business in USA are: - Corporation, INC, Co. or Corp. - Joint Venture - Branch - Sole Proprietorship |