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Armenia iGaming Licence for Chinese Operators: Cost, Timeline & 0% Gaming Tax Explained
中文摘要 亚美尼亚博彩牌照:博彩毛收入0税,企业所得税5%,对比开曼可节省32万美元。中国运营商最优选择之一。 Forget CEZA. Forget Curacao. If you are a Chinese iGaming operator evaluating your next licensing jurisdiction, Armenia’s combination of 0% gaming tax on gross gaming revenue, 5% corporate income tax, and a transparent licensing regime administered by the RA Regulatory Commission deserves serious analysis. This guide covers the Armenia iGaming licence application process, …

Retrieve Legal & Tax Honored as 2025 Outstanding Law Firm
We are thrilled to announce that Retrieve Legal & Tax has been honored as the 2025 Outstanding Law Firm by The Lawyers Global in Armenia! This prestigious award recognizes our unwavering commitment to excellence in legal and tax services. Thank you to our dedicated team and valued clients for making this achievement possible.

Work Permits in Armenia: Who Needs Them and How to Apply
If you plan to work in Armenia as a foreigner, you may need to obtain a separate work permit in addition to your residence permit. Work permits are relevant for foreigners who will be formally employed by an Armenian company. Here are the key points to know: Who Needs a Work Permit? Generally, any foreign …

Why Armenia Attracts Investors?
Armenia has emerged as an inviting destination for business owners and investors. The country boasts a rapidly growing economy (8.7% GDP growth in 2023) and a pro-business climate. Setting up a company is straightforward – there are low taxes and simplified registration procedures – and there is no strict minimum capital requirement to start a …

How Companies Can Succeed in Armenia Without Breaking Competition Rules
The Armenian competition law framework builds upon international best practices while addressing the specific needs of Armenia’s developing market economy. The law is administered by the Competition Protection Commission (CPC), an autonomous body with significant investigative and enforcement powers. The importance of understanding Armenia’s Law on the Protection of Economic Competition, cannot be overstated from …

Investment Funds in Armenia
As Armenia’s financial market continues to grow, investment funds are gaining traction as a structured and regulated way to pool capital and make diversified investments. What is an investment fund under Armenian law? An investment fund in Armenia is defined as a legal entity or a pool of assets managed by a fund manager under …

BOI and UBO Regulations: Transparency Trends from the U.S. to Armenia
In the modern era of financial regulation and corporate accountability, identifying who truly owns and controls a company has become more than just a compliance formality, it is a cornerstone of anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), and good governance efforts. The recent implementation of the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirement in the United …

What Is a Shareholders’ Agreement and Do You Need One?
Starting a company with partners? You’re probably thinking about strategy, funding, and growth, not some legal documents. But what happens when one partner wants out? Or when a big investor shows up? That’s where a shareholders’ agreement becomes essential. Until 2019, Armenian company law did not formally recognize shareholder agreements. While founders could draft private …

Business Liquidation (Closure) Under Armenian Law
When a business in Armenia reaches the end of its lifecycle or faces challenges, company liquidation becomes a necessary step to wind down operations in a lawful, orderly, and efficient manner. At Retrieve Legal & Tax, we specialize in providing expert company liquidation services in Armenia that ensure compliance with local legal requirements while protecting …
