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Key Tax Changes in Latvia 2026 - Leinonen
3 days ago

Key Tax Changes in Latvia 2026: Labor, VAT, Excise, and Corporate Tax Updates

Starting in 2026, Latvia will implement significant tax policy changes affecting individuals, businesses, and specific industries. These reforms aim to adjust labor taxation, introduce new…

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A Guide to Christmas Bonuses in Latvia for Foreign-owned Businesses - Leinonen
December 2, 2025

A Guide to Christmas Bonuses in Latvia for Foreign-owned Businesses

In Latvian business culture, many organisations choose to disburse cash bonuses or non-cash gifts at Christmas. Though Christmas bonuses are not required, they are greatly…

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Remote Employee Dismissal: Legal and Practical Aspects of Using Video Calls and Internal Systems - Leinonen
June 4, 2025

Remote Employee Dismissal: Legal and Practical Aspects of Using Video Calls and Internal Systems

Nowadays, technological advancements have significantly transformed internal business processes, including human resource management and employment relationships. Remote work, digitalization, and automated management systems have become…

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August 14, 2024

Is it mandatory to have an accounting policy?

One of the frequently asked questions by businesses is whether it is mandatory to have an accounting policy in place. Before diving into the details,…

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June 11, 2024

7 Common VAT Mistakes in Latvia (and how to Avoid Them)

Value added tax (VAT) is a type of consumption tax used in the European Union (EU). While VAT in Latvia is paid by the final…

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June 10, 2024

What do you Need to Know About Public Holidays in Latvia as a Foreign-Owned Business?

Boasting reduced corporate tax rates, outstanding trading infrastructure and three special economic zones supporting corporate growth, Latvia is a popular EU base for foreign-owned businesses.…

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dividend taxation
June 2, 2024

PAYMENT & TAXATION OF DIVIDENDS IN LATVIA

THE PROCESS OF DIVIDEND PAYMENT A dividend is an instrument of how the company distributes the profits to its shareholders. For a shareholder (business owner)…

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February 21, 2024

Digitalize Your Business Payrolls With E-invoice In Latvia

Undoubtedly, invoicing is the most important and foremost task for every business when it comes to streamlining everything. It helps the business owners & managers…

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February 19, 2024

Navigating Cross-Border Payroll and Taxation in Latvia

In our modern world, where businesses often cross borders, understanding payroll and taxation in different countries is becoming essential. With businesses frequently operating beyond their…

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