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RESTORATION, OBTAINING AND LEGALIZATION OF DOCUMENTS

Restoration, obtaining, and legalization of documents is a common necessity for foreign companies and individuals who interact with Belarusian organizations or government bodies. Loss of the original, change of legal address, opening a branch abroad, or participation in international projects require confirmation of the legal validity of documents issued in another country. To conduct business […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
15.10.2025
RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN COURT JUDGMENTS

In today’s global economy, companies increasingly face the need to resolve disputes that extend beyond the borders of a single country. Foreign court decisions may affect the businesses, investments, and assets of Belarusian companies. However, obtaining the right to enforce such a decision in Belarus requires a separate recognition procedure. Recognition of a foreign court […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
01.10.2025
REPRESENTING CLIENTS IN SHARE AND EQUITY TRANSACTIONS

Transactions involving the purchase or sale of shares in the charter capital of companies, as well as stocks, are among the most significant stages in business management or personal investments. For private clients, such operations are associated not only with the potential for profit but also with a number of legal risks from errors in […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
17.09.2025
EXCLUSION OF A COMPANY MEMBER IN BELARUS

Excluding a member from a company is a process that may be necessary in any organization, regardless of its size or industry. It is relevant in cases of conflicts between members, failure to fulfill contractual obligations, or other circumstances that threaten the stability and efficiency of the company. For owners and managers, it is crucial […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
03.09.2025
LICENSED TYPES OF ACTIVITIES IN BELARUS

In Belarus, certain types of activities are subject to mandatory licensing that are potentially associated with increased risks to safety, health, public interests, or require government supervision. This mechanism has long served as a tool to protect both the state and businesses, ensuring transparency, control, and accountability. In recent years, the licensing process has undergone […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
20.08.2025
COMPANY OPENING TIMELINES IN BELARUS

When planning to start a business in Belarus, entrepreneurs inevitably face the question: how long does it take to register a company officially? The answer depends on the chosen legal form, the structure of the founders, the presence of foreign capital, and several other factors. Registration timelines can range from a single business day to […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
06.08.2025
BUSINESS STRUCTURING IN BELARUS

Proper business structuring is the foundation of long-term stability, operational efficiency, and legal security. Regardless of the size of your operations, selecting the appropriate legal form helps minimize risks, optimize taxation, simplify the investment attraction process, and foster transparent relationships between partners. Entrepreneurs in Belarus can choose from several legal forms of doing business, including […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
16.07.2025
HOW TO CREATE A HTP BUSINESS PROJECT

Creating a successful business in the High Tech Park (HTP) is a great opportunity for IT companies and startups to reach a new level of development, gain access to innovative infrastructure, and benefit from favorable tax conditions. However, to become an HTP resident, it is necessary to prepare a high-quality and thoroughly developed business project […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
02.07.2025
JOINING HTP FOR IT COMPANIES IN BELARUS

The High-Tech Park (HTP) in Belarus is a unique legal regime established by the government to support and develop the IT business sector. Over the past years, it has become one of the largest IT clusters in Eastern Europe and a powerful hub attracting both Belarusian and foreign IT companies. Becoming an HTP resident grants […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
20.06.2025
WHAT IS A PRIVATE UNITARY ENTERPRISE

A private unitary enterprise (PUE) is one of the most common forms of business in the Republic of Belarus. This organizational-legal form allows entrepreneurs to manage the enterprise solely, retaining complete control over its activities and decisions. However, despite the apparent advantages, the PUE has certain peculiarities to consider when choosing a form of ownership […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
20.06.2025
BUSINESS PLAN FOR THE HTP IN BELARUS

The Hi-Tech Park (HTP) in Belarus is a unique legal framework designed to foster IT businesses and startups, offering residents preferential tax conditions and other forms of government support. To join this special regime, an IT company must complete several key steps – one of which is preparing and submitting a business plan.   This plan […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
20.06.2025