International Tax Planning
& Structuring

At IBCCS TAX, we provide international tax planning and structuring services for entrepreneurs, investors, companies and private clients operating across multiple jurisdictions. Our team supports clients with cross-border tax advisory, corporate structuring, treaty analysis, compliance considerations and long-term tax-efficient planning.

International Tax Planning

Strategic International Tax Planning & Structuring

In today’s interconnected global economy, effective international tax planning and structuring is no longer a luxury – it’s the cornerstone of sustainable growth, risk management, and competitive advantage. Navigating the complex web of cross-border regulations, double taxation treaties, and compliance standards demands foresight and expert guidance. At IBCCS TAX, we provide the clarity and strategic insight needed to turn these complexities into powerful opportunities for your business.

A Proactive Approach to International Tax Planning

Our philosophy is proactive, not reactive. We work closely with you to understand your business model, investment goals, and international ambitions. This allows us to design and implement robust, tax-efficient corporate structures that are not only compliant with today’s regulations but are also flexible enough to adapt to the ever-evolving global tax landscape. Our international tax and structuring services include:

Cross-Border Investment Planning:

Corporate Structure Design:

Double Taxation Treaty (DTT) Advisory:

M&A and Transaction Structuring:

International Compliance:

Succession and Asset Protection Planning:

Tax Planning Services in Cyprus, Georgia, UAE & Uzbekistan

IBCCS TAX provides international tax planning and structuring services for companies, entrepreneurs, investors and individuals operating across Cyprus, Georgia, the UAE and Uzbekistan. Through our local offices, we assist with cross-border tax advisory, corporate structuring, double tax treaty analysis, tax residency considerations and international compliance, helping clients plan effectively and stay compliant across jurisdictions.

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What Is International Tax Planning?

International tax planning is the process of reviewing how income, assets, companies, investments and business activities are structured across different jurisdictions. The objective is to create a compliant, tax-efficient and commercially sustainable structure that reflects the client’s business model, residency position, investment goals and long-term plans.

Effective international tax planning may involve corporate structuring, double tax treaty analysis, holding company planning, intellectual property structuring, cross-border investment planning, relocation considerations, succession planning and ongoing compliance review.

Who Needs International Tax Planning?

Our international tax planning services are designed for clients whose personal, business or investment activities extend across more than one jurisdiction. This may include entrepreneurs expanding internationally, companies with cross-border operations, investors acquiring foreign assets, shareholders planning holding structures, high-net-worth individuals reviewing tax residency options, and families seeking long-term wealth and succession planning.

IBCCS TAX helps clients assess the tax, legal and compliance implications before implementing a structure, relocating assets, establishing companies or entering new markets.

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Global Reach, Local Expertise

Our true strength lies in our ability to blend a broad international perspective with deep, practical knowledge of key jurisdictions. With our strategically located offices in Cyprus, Georgia, the UAE, and Uzbekistan, we offer unparalleled, on-the-ground expertise. We leverage the unique advantages of each location – from Cyprus’s favorable EU business environment to the UAE’s strategic trade position and Georgia’s unique tax incentives – to build the optimal structure for you. Our experience spans over 50 jurisdictions, enabling our team to deliver solutions that work seamlessly across the globe.

Partnership Beyond the Numbers

At IBCCS TAX, we believe that effective tax structuring is about more than just numbers – it’s about building a resilient future for your business. We partner with you to turn challenges into opportunities, building robust structures that empower you to expand, invest, and thrive internationally. With our global reach and local insight, you can move forward with clarity, security, and confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

International tax planning is the process of reviewing how income, companies, investments, assets and personal tax positions are structured across different jurisdictions. The objective is to create a compliant, tax-efficient and commercially sustainable structure aligned with business, investment and residency goals.

International tax planning may be relevant for entrepreneurs, investors, companies, shareholders, high-net-worth individuals and families with business, income, assets or residency connections in more than one country.

No. International tax planning can be relevant for SMEs, founders, consultants, investors, digital businesses, holding companies and private clients who operate, invest or relocate internationally.

International tax structuring may include company formation, holding company design, double tax treaty analysis, cross-border investment planning, intellectual property structuring, asset protection, succession planning and compliance review.

Yes. Proper planning can help assess whether double tax treaties, local exemptions, foreign tax credits or alternative structuring options may reduce the risk of the same income being taxed in more than one jurisdiction.

It is best to seek advice before incorporating a company, relocating, expanding internationally, acquiring foreign assets, receiving cross-border income, restructuring a business or transferring ownership of assets.

IBCCS TAX assists clients with cross-border tax advisory, corporate structuring, treaty analysis, compliance considerations and practical planning across multiple jurisdictions, including Cyprus, Georgia, the UAE, Uzbekistan and other international markets.

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Jurisdictions

Cyprus, Georgia, UAE, and Uzbekistan each have their strengths for different situations. Through our extensive partner network, we also provide services across 50+ additional jurisdictions worldwide. The trick is understanding which combination fits your business model and personal circumstances. Smart international structuring means finding real opportunities in stable jurisdictions rather than chasing clever schemes that might backfire later.

We are able to register your company in a timely manner at competitive fees in the following (and not only) jurisdictions:

Taxation:

  • Corporation Tax: 3 – 15%
  • Capital Gains Tax: none*
  • VAT: 0 – 19%

Main benefits of the jurisdiction:

  • One of the lowest Corporation Tax in European Union
  • No Capital Gains Tax on sale of securities
  • No Withholding Tax on dividends paid and received
  • Large number of Double Tax Treaties signed
  • Access to EU directives
  • Non-dom regime, residency by investment, naturalisation by investment possible
  • Flexible and stable tax and legal system

Types of entities: Private Limited Company, Public Limited Company, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Partnership Limited by Shares, Trusts, Charitable Foundation, Associations, Clubs

Disclosure rules:

  • Public Registry of Ultimate Beneficial Owners: no
  • Public Registry of Companies: yes

Time to incorporate:  from 2 days. Remote registration possible. Shelf companies available.

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Taxation:

  • Corporation Tax: 0% (14% or 20% only when profits are distributed)
  • Capital Gains Tax: 20% (in form of income tax)
  • VAT: 0 – 20%

Main benefits of the jurisdiction:

  • Full participation exemption for dividend income for qualifying holdings
  • No withholding tax on outbound dividends paid to non-residents
  • No exchange control regulations
  • No thin capitalization rules
  • Access to EU directives
  • Large number of Double Tax Treaties

Types of entities: Private limited company, Public limited company, Limited partnership, General partnership, Commercial association, Nonprofit organization, Sole proprietorship

Disclosure rules:

  • Public Registry of Ultimate Beneficial Owners: Yes
  • Public Registry of Companies: Yes

Time to incorporate: Starting form 24 hours

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Taxation:

  • Corporate Profit Tax – 15%, payable only when the dividend is distributed. Zero tax possible when using Free Zone companies or Virtual Zones Companies.
  • Import Tax – 0%, 5% or 12%
  • Excise Tax – depends on the listed products
  • Property Tax – up to 1%
  • Double Tax Treaties Network – very broad, more than 50 DTTs signed
  • Tax year – tax calendar year
  • Advance Rulings from tax authorities – available
  • VAT registration – voluntary, only obligatory if the turnover of activities subject to VAT exceeds GEL 100,000 per annum
  • VAT rates – standard rate: 18%
  • Social Security TAX – 0%

Main benefits of the jurisdiction:

  • Located in a trade strategic area between Asia and Europe
  • Ranked as 7th place in the world for ease of doing business.
  • Has successfully adopted the DCFTA that results in having eliminated all customs duties for goods originating in Georgia being imported into the EU
  • Free trade agreement (FTA) with China is effective which makes Georgia the second European country (after Switzerland) that has FTA with China
  • Offers numerous incentives for the development of the business environment.
  • One of the most competitive markets in its region
  • Offers three industrial zones, created to cater the needs of specific business sectors and they are to be found in Poti, Kutaisi and Tbilisi.

Main tax incentives that Georgia offers are:

  • STC licensed Georgian LLC: exemption from tax for trading performed outside Georgia
  • IFC licensed Georgian LLC: exemption from tax for international financial services and holding companies selling shares of foreign entities
  • VZC licensed Georgian LLC: exemption from tax for providing IT services outside Georgia
  • Free Zone Companies: exemption from any corporate tax and withholding tax.
  • Public Registry of Ultimate Beneficial Owners: No
  • Public Registry of Companies: Yes

Time to incorporate:  24 hours

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Taxation:

  • Corporation Tax: none or 9% depending on the activity and legal form
  • Capital Gains Tax: none
  • VAT: 5% (exempt for international B2B sales)
  • No WHT on dividends

Main benefits of the jurisdiction:

  • Exemption from corporate and capital gains tax for qualifying activities
  • Very low VAT rate (if applicable)
  • Very low fixed 9% rate of Corporate Income Tax on profits
  • Stable and transparent legal system
  • No Personal Income Tax
  • Stable and well-developed banking system
  • One of the most developed trading and service infrastructure in the world

Types of entities: Offshore company, Free Zone company, Designated Zone Company, mainland Limited Liability Company, Private Foundations.

Disclosure rules:

  • Public Registry of Ultimate Beneficial Owners: none.
  • Public Registry of Companies: none.

Time to incorporate: Starting from 3 days

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We provide services also in the following jurisdictions:

Poland

United Kingdom

Belgium
Bulgaria
Gibraltar
Hong Kong
Ireland
Latvia
Liechtenstain
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Singapore
Switzerland
United Arab Emirates
USA (Delaware)

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Our Team

Cezary Zieniuk International Tax Advisor

Cezary Zieniuk

IBCCS TAX Founder / International Tax Advisor

Jowita Jablonska

managing partner
IBCCS TAX CYPRUS / 
International Tax Advisor

Ketevan Aghoshashvili

Ketevan Aghoshashvili

Executive Director / Partner
IBCCS TAX Georgia 

Irakli Arjevanidze

Co-Founder 
IBCCS TAX Georgia

Alexander Mabian

Alexander Mabian

Managing Director / Partner
IBCCS TAX UAE

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