Doing business in Kosovo

Kosovo is built to welcome international business. Here are the main advantages and practical tips.

The advantages

• Low, simple tax: corporate income tax is a flat 10%.
• The euro: pay, invoice and budget in euros.
• Open to foreign investors: Kosovo's laws do not discriminate against foreign investors, and there is no investment screening mechanism.
• A dedicated agency: KIESA, the Kosovo Investment and Enterprise Support Agency, helps investors with information and introductions to institutions.
• Easy to reach: same time zone as most of Europe, and visa-free Schengen travel for Kosovo passport holders since 2024.
• EU trade framework: an EU Stabilisation and Association Agreement since 2016, and CEFTA membership.
• Commercial Court: a specialised court set up in 2022 to handle business disputes faster.

Practical tips

1. Start with a pilot. Begin with a small team or project and grow once it works.
2. Use local professionals early. A local lawyer and accountant make setup and payroll smoother.
3. Talk to KIESA. The investment agency can answer questions and open doors.
4. Plan in euros. Budget, payroll and invoices are all in one currency.
5. Visit Pristina. Meet teams and partners in person. It is a short trip from many European cities.

Sources: KIESA / investment portal, US Commercial Service, US State Department 2019, EIG Law, European Commission.

General information only, not legal, tax or investment advice. Rules change, so confirm with a licensed professional in Kosovo.