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The next meeting of the permanent Coordination Group operating under KOBİA was held The next professional trainings within the framework of the “Karabakh SMEs 2026” project have been completed The provision of consulting services for entrepreneurs continues Is it necessary to obtain a license for every type of business activity? Free business trainings for entrepreneurs will be held in September Issuance of investment promotion document for strategic investment projects continues Appeals from entrepreneurs of the Lankaran-Astara Economic Region were heard Another 10 SME entities will benefit from a tax exemption Domestic market research in 10 areas will be conducted on the initiative of KOBİA For the attention of entrepreneurs operating in Astara and Lankaran cities!

How is the decision to issue a "Startup" certificate made? 25.07.24

According to the "Criteria for Determination of Startup" approved by decision of the Cabinet of Ministers dated January 29, 2021, applications submitted by SMBs for the issuance of the "Startup" certificate are reviewed by the Expert Council. The council is composed of representatives from state institutions involved in the development of the innovation ecosystem and independent experts. The Expert Council reviews applications submitted to the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBIA) for the issuance of a "Startup" certificate within 30 working days. and a decision on whether to issue or deny the certificate is made based on the council's assessment. It worth noting that the "Startup" certificate is a document that exempts SMBs from profit and income tax on revenues generated from innovative activities for a period of 3 years from the date that they receive the certificate.