Company Registration | Legal Studio – Fast and Professional Business Registration in Tbilisi, Georgia
Georgia has become one of the most attractive destinations for entrepreneurs and investors worldwide. With its business friendly environment, simplified corporate regulations, favorable tax regime, and strategic location, the country offers exceptional opportunities for starting and operating a business. At Legal Studio, we provide complete company registration services in Tbilisi, helping both local and international clients establish their businesses quickly and correctly. Our legal team assists with selecting the right company structure, preparing registration documents, registering the company with the Public Registry, and ensuring compliance with Georgian law.
Why Register a Company
in Georgia?
Georgia has become one of the most attractive destinations for entrepreneurs and investors worldwide. With its business friendly environment, simplified corporate regulations, favorable tax regime, and strategic location, the country offers exceptional opportunities for starting and operating a business. At Legal Studio, we provide complete company registration services in Tbilisi, helping both local and international clients establish their businesses quickly and correctly. Our legal team assists with selecting the right company structure, preparing registration documents, registering the company with the Public Registry, and ensuring compliance with Georgian law.
Why Register a Company
in Georgia?
Simplified Registration
Company registration can be completed in as little as one day directly at our LegalStudio office. Our team handles the entire process on your behalf.
fast and with minimal bureaucracy, so you can focus on starting your business.
Favorable Tax Regime
Corporate Income Tax: 15% on distributed profits only (no tax on retained earnings)
Personal Income Tax: 20% flat rate
Value Added Tax: 18% (voluntary registration available below threshold)
No Capital Gains Tax: On sale of shares in Georgian companies (subject to certain conditions)
Free Trade Agreements
Georgia has free trade agreements with the EU (DCFTA), CIS countries, Turkey, China, and other major markets, providing access to over 2.3 billion consumers.
Strategic Location
Gateway between Europe and Asia, with access to Black Sea ports and modern infrastructure.
Foreign Ownership
Foreigners may own 100% of Georgian companies with no restrictions on most business activities.
No Minimum Capital
There is no minimum capital requirement for Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), making it accessible for entrepreneurs at all levels.
Entity Selection
and Structuring
The first step in company registration is selecting the appropriate legal structure. The choice affects liability, taxation, governance, and operational flexibility. At Legal Studio, we analyze your business objectives and recommend the optimal structure.
Types of Business Entities in Georgia
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
The LLC is the most common form of business entity in Georgia, suitable for most small and medium-sized enterprises.
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Key Features:
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Limited liability for members (no personal liability for company obligations)
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No minimum capital requirement
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Flexible management structure (managed by director or board)
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Profits distributed to members (no corporate-level tax on retained earnings)
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Can be established by one or more individuals or legal entities
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Members are not personally liable for company debts
Best For:  Most businesses, including trading companies, service providers, manufacturing, consulting firms, and start ups.
Joint Stock Company (JSC)
The JSC is suitable for larger businesses, particularly those planning to raise capital through public offerings or requiring more complex governance structures.
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Key Features:
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May be public (JSC) or private (PJSC)
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Shares freely transferable
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More formal governance requirements (board of directors, supervisory board)
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Minimum capital requirement for public JSCs (100,000 GEL)
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May list on Georgian Stock Exchange
Best For:  Large enterprises, businesses planning public offerings, companies with complex ownership structures.
General Partnership
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Partners jointly and severally liable for partnership obligations
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No minimum capital requirement
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Flexible governance
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Partners personally liable for partnership debts
Best For:  Professional practices, family businesses, arrangements where partners seek direct control.
Limited Partnership
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General partners with unlimited liability
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Limited partners with liability limited to capital contributions
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Suitable for investment structures
Best For:   Investment vehicles, structures where some partners seek limited liability.
Representative Office
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Not a separate legal entity; part of foreign parent company
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Permitted activities limited to marketing, liaison, and support
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Cannot conduct commercial activities or generate revenue
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No Georgian corporate tax on foreign parent’s profits
Best For:  Foreign companies testing the market or establishing a presence before full scale operations.
Branch Office
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Not a separate legal entity; part of foreign parent company
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Permitted to conduct full commercial activities
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Parent company liable for branch obligations
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Requires registration with National Public Registry
Best For:   Foreign companies wishing to conduct commercial activities in Georgia without establishing a subsidiary.
Factors in Entity Selection
When recommending a business structure, we consider:
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Liability Exposure: Protection of personal assets from business obligations
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Tax Efficiency: Optimal tax treatment based on business activities
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Capital Requirements: Need for outside investment and capital raising
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Governance Preferences: Management structure and decision-making processes
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Future Plans: Expected growth, exit strategy, or public offering
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Ownership Structure: Number of owners and their relationships
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Regulatory Requirements: Industry-specific requirements
Document Preparation
Proper documentation is essential for successful company registration. Errors or omissions can delay registration or result in rejection. At Legal Studio, we prepare all required registration documents accurately and efficiently.
Required Documents for
LLC Registration
Articles of Association (Charter): The founding document establishing the company. It must include:
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Company name and registered address
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Business activities and objectives
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Share capital (if any) and ownership structure
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Management structure (director authority, board composition)
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Profit distribution rules
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Dissolution procedures
Founding Agreement: For multi-member LLCs, an agreement between founders specifying:
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Ownership percentages
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Capital contributions
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Rights and obligations of members
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Governance arrangements
Application for Registration: Standard form submitted to National Public Registry.
Director’s Consent: Written consent from the appointed director(s) to serve in that capacity.
Identification Documents: Passport copies or ID cards of founders and directors.
Power of Attorney: If registration is conducted by a representative, a notarized power of attorney.
Required Documents for
JSC Registration
For Joint Stock Companies, additional documentation includes:
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Detailed charter with share class provisions
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Information on supervisory board and management board
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Prospectus (for public offerings)
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Proof of minimum capital (for public JSCs)
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Document Preparation Process
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Information Gathering:  We collect necessary information about founders, directors, and business activities.
Document Drafting:  Our legal team drafts all registration documents in compliance with Georgian law.
Review and Approval:  We review documents with you to ensure accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
Notarization:  When required, we arrange notarization of documents through our in-house notary office.
Finalization:  Documents are finalized and prepared for submission.
Registration with
National Public Registry
Company registration in Georgia is conducted through the National Public Registry of Georgia (Naprtskali) . The process is electronic and typically completed within 1-2 business days. At Legal Studio, we handle all filings and follow-up through registration completion.
Types of Business Entities in Georgia