Tax and accounting in Latvia

Self-employed or running a company in Latvia: what to know

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How do I register a business in Latvia?

The ways to trade, as self-employed or through a company, the steps to register and who you register with. Read the Latvia Company Formation & Entity Choice Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

How does income tax work in Latvia?

Who pays, how the tax is worked out, what you can deduct and when to file, including for the self-employed. Read the Latvia Personal Income Tax Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team. 2 more Latvia Guides on this below.

How do VAT and sales taxes work in Latvia?

When you have to register, how often you file and what you can claim back. Read the Latvia VAT Return Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

What do I need to do to pay staff in Latvia?

Withholding, social contributions and the employer registrations and filings. Read the Latvia Payroll Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team. 1 more Latvia Guide on this below.

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