Gulf entrepreneurs: your European holding company in Latvia
Optimised holding structures, European real estate investment, access to regulated private banking. Latvia is the ideal European complement to your Gulf base.
The European complement to your Gulf strategy
Latvia offers legal and tax structures ideal for Gulf-based entrepreneurs.
European holding structure
Your Latvian SIA can serve as a holding company for your European investments. EU Parent-Subsidiary Directive, dividend optimisation, centralised management of European assets.
European real estate investment
Latvian real estate is among the most affordable in Europe. Riga offers attractive rental yields and purchase prices well below Paris, Madrid or Amsterdam.
European private banking
Access to regulated European private banking services. Multi-currency accounts, wealth management, international transfers without restriction, EU deposit protection.
0% corporate tax on reinvested profits
Unique EU system: no tax as long as profits remain in the company. Ideal for growing holdings reinvesting profits in Europe.
Schengen access visa-free
Your Latvian residence permit lets you travel freely in 27 European countries. Business negotiations, conferences, investment management: you are free to move.
No minimum stay required
Keep your base in the Gulf. The Latvian permit requires no minimum presence in Latvia, making it perfectly compatible with a lifestyle between Dubai, Riyadh and Europe.
Your journey to Europe
Strategic consultation
Analysis of your wealth situation, European objectives and global strategy. Design of the optimal holding + residence structure.
Holding SIA formation
Incorporation of your Latvian company with governance structure adapted to your needs: shareholding, management, board composition.
Residence application
Preparation and submission of your Golden Visa application. Complete management of Latvian administrative formalities from your country of residence.
Permit granted
Your Latvian Golden Visa is issued. European bank account opened, holding structure operational, full Schengen access.
Management and growth
Accounting follow-up, regulatory compliance, ongoing tax optimisation. Our team manages your Latvian holding while you focus on your business.
Dubai and Latvia: two complementary structures
The Gulf + Europe strategy
Dubai offers 0% taxation and ideal positioning for activities in Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Latvia offers direct access to the European market, European credibility for your EU clients, and a stable legal framework for your European investments.
By combining both structures, you get the best of both worlds: Dubai's tax efficiency for global operations, and Latvia's European legitimacy for your European clients and partners.
European real estate access
Your Latvian holding can acquire real estate across Europe. Latvian prices are attractive: Riga offers gross rental yields of 5 to 7% for residential and commercial property.
Regulated European private banking
Your European assets in a bank subject to EU prudential rules, with deposit guarantees and compliance with the strictest European AML/KYC standards.
Frequently asked questions
No. The Latvian residence permit requires no minimum stay. This is particularly suited to Gulf entrepreneurs who maintain their main activities in the UAE, Saudi Arabia or Qatar, while holding a European status and foothold in Europe.
Yes. The Latvian SIA is well suited to serve as a European holding company. It can hold participations in other European companies, real estate, and benefit from the EU Parent-Subsidiary Directive to optimise dividend flows between your European entities.
Dubai offers 0% tax and maximum incorporation ease, but no EU market access through a legal European status. Latvia is an EU member state: your company is a genuine European company with intra-EU VAT, access to regulated European banks, and the right to operate in 27 countries. The two structures are often complementary for a Gulf entrepreneur.
Build your European holding company
Book a free call and discover how to structure your European presence from the Gulf.