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European UnionIn the EU, the main areas of focus are usually corporate taxation, VAT, payroll, substance and tax residence.
ΟδηγόςGuide • Διεθνής φορολογίαInternational tax
Διεθνής φορολογικός οδηγόςInternational tax guide
Μία πρακτική πρώτη χαρτογράφηση για επιχειρηματίες, επαγγελματίες και ομάδες που εξετάζουν διεθνή επέκταση, ίδρυση εταιρείας, μεταφορά δραστηριότητας ή cross-border δομές.A practical first-pass guide for founders, professionals and teams assessing expansion, company setup, relocation or cross-border structures.
Corporate taxVAT / GST / Sales taxSubstance & residencyMarket entry
Ο οδηγός είναι ενημερωτικός και ενδεικτικός. Δεν αποτελεί εξατομικευμένη φορολογική ή νομική συμβουλή.This guide is informational and indicative. It is not a substitute for tailored tax or legal advice.
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European Union
In the EU, the main areas of focus are usually corporate taxation, VAT, payroll, substance and tax residence.
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North America
In North America, entity type, state/province choice and indirect taxes can materially change the outcome.
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Gulf region
In the Gulf, the question is not only tax burden but also the right setup, substance and local presence.
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Eastern Mediterranean
The Eastern Mediterranean typically requires a more careful reading of residence routes, local presence, business substance and regional logic.
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North AmericaIn North America, entity type, state/province choice and indirect taxes can materially change the outcome.
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Gulf regionIn the Gulf, the question is not only tax burden but also the right setup, substance and local presence.
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Eastern MediterraneanThe Eastern Mediterranean typically requires a more careful reading of residence routes, local presence, business substance and regional logic.
Everything below is informational and indicative — not tailored tax advice.
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European Union
In the EU, the main areas of focus are usually corporate taxation, VAT, payroll, substance and tax residence.
🇨🇾Cyprus
View country guide- Consulting, international services and holding ideas within the EU.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇧🇬Bulgaria
View country guide- Service or trading setup with emphasis on real establishment.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇮🇪Ireland
View country guide- Strong international profile for services and tech-oriented models.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇩🇪Germany
View country guide- Large market with stronger compliance and local presence requirements.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇳🇱Netherlands
View country guide- Cross-border structures, trade and holding logic.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇪🇸Spain
View country guide- Large market for services, tourism and local market entry.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
North America
In North America, entity type, state/province choice and indirect taxes can materially change the outcome.
🇺🇸United States
View country guide- State choice, sales tax and nexus can materially change the outcome.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇨🇦Canada
View country guide- GST/HST/PST, payroll and a stable framework for local presence.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇲🇽Mexico
View country guide- Trade, manufacturing and indirect tax planning.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
Gulf region
In the Gulf, the question is not only tax burden but also the right setup, substance and local presence.
🇦🇪United Arab Emirates
View country guide- Free zone vs mainland, regional base, consulting and trading.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia
View country guide- Major Gulf market with emphasis on local presence.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇶🇦Qatar
View country guide- Project-driven cases and selected sectors.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇧🇭Bahrain
View country guide- Regional structures and service setups.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇴🇲Oman
View country guide- Operational presence or trade in the region.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇰🇼Kuwait
View country guide- Selected sectors and investment-oriented cases.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
Eastern Mediterranean
The Eastern Mediterranean typically requires a more careful reading of residence routes, local presence, business substance and regional logic.
🇮🇱Israel
View country guide- Local presence, investor-visa logic and commercial / tech cases.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇱🇧Lebanon
View country guide- Case-by-case local presence, residence routes and regional activity.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.
🇯🇴Jordan
View country guide- Investor residency logic and regional market entry.
- Useful for first-pass comparison and next-step planning.