For companies operating in the digital space, it is essential to have in-depth knowledge of modern legal regulations and their effective implementation.
IT law represents a multidimensional legal discipline that regulates legal relationships arising in the digital environment. This includes the following strategic directions:
Ensuring the security of both personal and commercial information
Online transactions, consumer rights protection, legal force and regulation of electronic signatures
Protection of intellectual property in the digital space, copyrights, trademarks, and patents
Data security breaches, cybercrime prevention, and legal mechanisms for information systems protection
Legal aspects related to domain name registration, use, and disputes
Legal validity of contracts concluded in the digital environment and enforcement mechanisms.
Virtual Zone status represents a special legal status granted to IT companies registered in Georgia that are engaged in the creation, development, and export of computer programs, databases, and other information technology products. This status aims to develop the high-tech sector in the country, promote innovation, and attract foreign investments, creating a favorable ecosystem for businesses operating in the field of information technology.
Georgian legislation provides significant tax benefits for enterprises with Virtual Zone status. This factor helps to enhance their competitiveness in the international market and reduce operational costs. To obtain this status, a company must meet certain criteria, which are detailed in the Georgian Law on Information Technology Zones and relevant regulatory acts.
The Georgian Law on Information Technology Zones is the main regulatory document that defines the legal framework for obtaining, operating, and terminating Virtual Zone status. The law describes in detail the criteria for obtaining the status, including the main direction of the company’s activities (creation and export of software, databases, and other IT products), registration procedures and necessary documentation, as well as benefits and obligations.
The purpose of this law is to create a favorable business environment in Georgia for companies operating in the field of information technology, which contributes to the development of innovation and economic growth. The law also regulates the relationship of companies with Virtual Zone status with state bodies, including the Revenue Service, which implements the granting and monitoring of the status.
IT companies with Virtual Zone status enjoy such significant advantages as:
Exemption from profit tax on qualified income received from the international sale of information technology products
Exemption from Value Added Tax (VAT) on certain international transactions and services
Organizational flexibility and simplified administration.
This tax benefit significantly reduces operating costs and increases the competitiveness of companies in the global market.
At the same time, Virtual Zone entities have certain legal obligations, the strict fulfillment of which is necessary to maintain the status:
Maintaining a special accounting system that clearly separates operations carried out within the virtual zone and other activities
Regular reporting to the Revenue Service
Strict compliance with other requirements established by the Georgian Law on IT Zones
To maintain status, it is necessary to ensure full compliance with legislative requirements and systematic monitoring.
MB Legal offers full legal services for IT companies and startups interested in obtaining Virtual Zone status and IT law issues. Our team of experienced lawyers provides comprehensive support in preparing the necessary documentation for obtaining status, full administration of the application process, and legal consultations covering both tax and operational aspects.
We also offer legal support in such matters as drafting and analyzing software licensing agreements, protecting intellectual property (copyrights, trademarks, patents) in the digital space, ensuring data confidentiality and protection, legal regulation of electronic commerce, and ensuring compliance with Georgian legislation in the field of information technology.
Our goal is to help you successfully operate your IT company by creating a legally safe environment, maximizing the advantages provided by Virtual Zone status, and avoiding potential legal risks.
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Virtual Zone status represents a special legal regime provided by Georgian legislation that grants IT companies significant tax preferences. Specifically, this includes:
To maintain Virtual Zone status, a company is obligated to fulfill the following requirements:
1. Differentiated accounting:
2. Regular reporting:
3. Ensuring compliance:
Information technology law provides a fundamental basis for modern digital business for the following reasons:
1. Data protection and confidentiality:
2. Intellectual property protection:
3. Cybersecurity:
4. Electronic commerce:
Ensuring legal compliance in this area is not only a requirement of legislation but also a competitive advantage that increases the company’s reliability and reputation both in local and international markets.
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