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The Role of the Virtual Address in I.E. Registration: Ensuring Substance for Banking and Tax Compliance
Table of contents Why a Business Address Matters More Than You Think What “Substance” Really Means in Georgia Why You Need a Registered Address to Open a Bank Account Legal Address vs. Virtual Address: What’s the Difference? How a Virtual Address Strengthens Substance What Happens If You Don’t Have a Valid Address Compliance Requirements from the Revenue Service Georgia International Implications of “No Substance” What Makes a Good Virtual Address Provider How a Virtual Addre
Nov 412 min read


Can I.E.s Legally Deduct Business Expenses? Understanding Expense Rules Under the 1% Turnover Tax
Table of contents The Confusion Around “Business Expenses” in Georgia How Georgia’s 1% Small Business System Actually Works Why the 1% Turnover Tax Has No Expense Deductions Why Tracking Expenses Still Matters When Expense Deductions Become Available Common Myths About Deducting Expenses in Georgia Transition Planning: From 1% IE to LLC Mistakes IEs Make When Handling Expenses The Transition Threshold: When to Upgrade to LLC Preparing for Audits and Record Requests How Gegidz
Oct 3112 min read


Tax Implications of Working from a Third Country: PE Risk for Georgian IEs
Table of contents The Hidden Tax Risk of Working Abroad What Is Permanent Establishment (PE)? How Georgian Tax Residency Works When Working from a Third Country Creates PE Risk Double Tax Treaties: Georgia’s Global Tax Shield Practical Steps to Avoid Permanent Establishment Risk Example Case Study: The Freelancer in Trouble What Happens If You Accidentally Create a Permanent Establishment How to Claim Tax Relief Through Double Tax Treaties Comparing Popular Regions: Where Geo
Oct 3113 min read


How to Legally Transition Your IE to an LLC After Exceeding the 500,000 GEL Threshold
Table of contents Why the 500,000 GEL Limit Matters Understanding the 500,000 GEL Rule Why Transitioning to an LLC Is the Smart Move Step-by-Step: How to Transition from IE to LLC in Georgia Tax Considerations During the Transition Common Mistakes When Switching from IE to LLC Cost Breakdown of Transitioning from IE to LLC Why LLCs Are the Growth Engine of Georgia’s Business Ecosystem Timing Your Transition to Avoid Tax Problems Example Scenario: The Smart Transition How Gegi
Oct 3112 min read


5 Biggest Money Mistakes Expats Make And How To Avoid Them
Table of contents Living Abroad Isn’t Always Financial Freedom 1. Not Understanding Tax Residency 2. Keeping All Your Money Abroad 3. Missing Out on Local Tax Incentives 4. Mixing Personal and Business Finances 5. Neglecting Financial Documentation Smart Money Habits for Expats in Georgia How Gegidze Helps You Stay Financially Secure Your Money, Your Move Living Abroad Isn’t Always Financial Freedom You’ve finally done it. Left your home country, packed your bags, and landed
Oct 309 min read


Web3 and DAO Payouts in Georgia: How It Works
Table of contents: Why Web3 and DAOs Need a Legal Base Are DAO and Web3 Payouts Legal in Georgia? Tax Options for DAO Contributors in...
Oct 34 min read


Opening a Company in Georgia While Living Abroad
Table of contents: Why Georgia Catches the Eye of Global Founders Can You Really Open a Company Without Living in Georgia? Why Founders...
Oct 34 min read


VASP Registration in Georgia: Full Compliance Guide
Table of contents: Why VASP Registration Matters What Is a VASP in Georgia? Is VASP Registration Mandatory in Georgia? The VASP...
Oct 35 min read


How to Start a Business in Georgia with the IE + Bank Account for IT Entrepreneurs
Table of contents Introduction Why Georgia Is Perfect for IT Entrepreneurs How to Open a Business Bank Account in Georgia The IE + Bank...
Oct 26 min read


Virtual Zone, International Company, or Free Industrial Zone: Which Status Fits Your Crypto Business in Georgia?
Table of contents Georgia: The Crypto Business Hub 1. Virtual Zone: Perfect for Crypto Service Providers 2. International Company: A...
Oct 23 min read


Step-by-Step Process to Apply for IT International Status Remotely (No Residency Needed)
Table of contents Introduction Why Choose IT International Status in Georgia? How to Apply for IT International Status Remotely Key...
Sep 184 min read


7 Days Business Setup in Georgia: Scaling Beyond the Basics
Table of contents Day 7 - Scale Your Business When SBS Georgia No Longer Fits Scaling Option 1: LLC Georgia Scaling Option 2: Georgia...
Sep 45 min read


7 Days Business Setup in Georgia: Mistakes
Table of contents Day 6 - Mistakes That Kill Your 1% Tax Mistake #1: Invoicing Before Registration Mistake #2: Forgetting Zero...
Sep 45 min read


7 Days Business Setup in Georgia: IE vs LLC vs Virtual Zone
Table of contents Day 2 - Choose IE, LLC, or Virtual Zone The Lean Choice: Individual Entrepreneur Georgia with SBS 1% Tax The Solid...
Sep 48 min read


7 Days Business Setup in Georgia: 1% Tax
Table of contents Day 1 - 1% Tax Georgia Why Georgia is the Shortcut Every Entrepreneur Dreams About Georgia 1% Tax Explained (Small...
Sep 46 min read


How to Register a New Business in Georgia 2025
Table of contents Introduction Why Choose Georgia to Register Your Business? Step 1: Choose Your Business Structure Step 2: Register Your...
Sep 46 min read


Tax Haven Your Competitors Don’t Want You to Know About: How to Optimise Taxes for Influencers
Table of contents: Why Influencers Lose Money to Taxes Why Georgia Is Different How Influencer Income Is Usually Taxed Georgian Tax...
Aug 2611 min read


Crypto Payments in Georgia: Legal Rules, Taxes, and How Gegidze Makes It Simple
Table of contents Introduction Why Georgia is on the Map for Crypto Businesses Is Crypto Legal in Georgia VASP Registration and...
Aug 2613 min read


Who Should Consider Georgia’s Virtual Zone: Best Use Cases for SaaS, Software, and IT Agencies
Why the Virtual Zone Matters Taxes can feel like a punishment for success. You spend months coding, building your SaaS, or growing your...
Aug 229 min read


Tax Haven Your Competitors Don’t Want You To Know About: How to Optimise Taxes for Freelancers
Table of contents Why Taxes Make or Break Freelancers How Freelancers Fit Into Georgia’s Tax System Individual Entrepreneur (IE): The...
Aug 2210 min read
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