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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
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN INCOME, REVENUE, AND PROFIT

In modern business, confusion often arises around key financial terms, especially income, revenue, and profit. These concepts form the foundation of financial literacy and reporting, playing a crucial role in analyzing a company’s performance, informing management decisions, and planning for future growth. While they may seem similar at first glance, each term represents a fundamentally […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
18.06.2025
TAXATION OF LEGAL ENTITIES IN BELARUS

Starting a business in Belarus is a significant step that requires careful preparation and a clear understanding of various nuances, especially tax obligations. The chosen tax regime not only determines the size of the tax burden but also affects accounting and reporting procedures, as well as the way a company interacts with the tax authorities. […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
04.06.2025
INDIVIDUAL ENTREPRENEUR OR LLC IN BELARUS TRANSITION FROM IE TO LLC

Individual entrepreneurs (IE) must adapt to changes in the requirements for doing business in Belarus. On October 1, 2024, provisions came into force that limit the list of activities permitted for IE. This means that IE whose activities go beyond the approved list must either cease operations or transform into a LLC by December 31, […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
21.05.2025
REORGANISATION OF ENTERPRISES

Enterprise reorganisation is a complex but often necessary process that allows a company to adapt to market changes, improve management efficiency and optimise business processes. Organisations are forced to look for new ways to strengthen their positions in modern globalisation and high competition conditions. Mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other forms of reorganisation can become a […]

Andrei Smirnov
By Andrei Smirnov
12.03.2025