If you want to set up a holding company in Slovakia, you must comply with several requirements, as explained below by our specialists. You can rely on us for its registration once you decide this is the optimal solution for you.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Legal entities used | Private and public (joint stock) limited liability company, partnership (general or limited), cooperative |
Incorporation method | Standard incorporation with the Trade Register |
Incorporation time | Approx. 11 weeks |
| Advantages | Access to double tax treaties, holding various types of assets (real estate, stock, intellectual property rights) |
| Precautions | Must have a registered address in Slovakia |
| Shareholding structure | At least one shareholder and one director (no restrictions apply on their nationalities) |
| Minimum Capital | Approx. EUR 5,000 for private company, approx. 25,000 EUR for public company (30% must be paid upon incorporation) |
| Taxation | Standard corporate tax of 21%, access to the EU Parent-Subsidiary Directive |
| Control | Full control over the assets held in its subsidiaries |
| Accounting and Reporting | Companies must file annual financial statements |
| Number of double taxation treaties | Approx. 70 |
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How much does it cost to open a holding company in Slovakia?
If you choose our services, we can register the holding enterprise as a private limited liability company for a price that starts at EUR 1,200, VAT included. To our price, the minimum capital of EUR 5,000 will be added.
Can I open a holding company in Slovakia remotely?
Yes, through our local agents who can represent you during the procedure.
What are the legal forms under which I can register a holding company in Slovakia?
A holding company in Slovakia can be registered as:
- a partnership;
- a cooperative;
- a limited liability company;
- a limited partnership.
Are there any special requirements to create a holding company in Slovakia?
No, its creation will follow the regular Slovak company formation steps. The main aspect to consider is that its Articles of Association must stipulate its status: that of a holding enterprise.
What documents are required to incorporate a Slovak holding company?
The following:
- information about the shareholder(s);
- proof of depositing the share capital;
- proof of the legal address in Slovakia;
- the holding company’s statutory documents.
The documents that need to be filed with the Companies Register in Slovakia depend on the structure of the holding company. It is important to note that a Slovak holding needs to register with the tax authorities in this country.
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What are the main features of a holding company in Slovakia? How is it different from other businesses?
The holding company:
- is a business created to own or control shares in other entities, known as subsidiaries;
- cannot engage in commercial activities itself, depending on its purpose;
- is the main/head enterprise in a group of companies;
- has the role of a parent company and it can have one or multiple subsidiaries;
- can control a subsidiary’s policies and management decisions; however, it cannot complete day-to-day activities in it;
- can own various types of assets, among which real estate, shares, and even intellectual property rights.
With respect to the differences between a holding company and other business forms in Slovakia, the most important one is the fact that the former is created to diversify its portfolio through asset ownership in its subsidiaries.
What types of assets can a Slovak holding company own?
The holding company is a favorable entity that can be used for tax optimization purposes, due to the types of assets it can own. Among these, we mention the following:
- real estate, which is one of the most valuable assets of such a company, given the fact that many of them are large commercial buildings;
- shares in other companies through which holdings can expand their capital in a fast manner;
- intellectual property rights are also among the assets that can be held by a Slovak holding company;
- other types of properties that can be managed by one or more subsidiary companies.
Are there multiple types of holding companies in Slovakia?
Yes, you can set up:
- pure holding companies, used to own shares in other enterprises;
- mixed holding companies, used to own stock in its subsidiaries, as well as to produce or manufacture its own goods;
- financial holding companies, created to control financial assets in other entities.
Does the EU Parent-Subsidiary Directive apply to holding companies in Slovakia?
Yes, it does, considering Slovakia is a European Union member state.
Our Slovak accountants can offer detailed information about what this Directive entails.
In order to receive complete information on how to start a holding company in Slovakia, you can contact our company incorporation specialists in Slovakia. You may also ask for further details about the advantages of forming this type of legal structure.