South Korea

Basic Facts

South Korea overview

| Officially the Republic of Korea | East Asian country | Korean republic won (KRW) currency | Civil law legal system | Presidential democratic republic | High quality of life | Double taxation agreements (DTAs) currently with over 90 countries | Korean and English speaking

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Reasons for doing business in South Korea

Integrated investment tax incentive system

Tax exemptions up to 15 years for companies in 9 Free Economic Zones (FEZs)

Taxable year for corporate tax purposes as elected by the taxpayer

More advantages​

  • Progressive corporate income tax (CIT) rates of 9-24%,
  • Research & development (R&D) tax incentives,
  • Skilled workforce and strong IP protection,
  • Net operating losses (NOL) may be carried forward for 15 years,
  • CFC rules and thin capitalization apply,
  • Progressive inheritance tax and gift tax rates of 10-50%,
  • No wealth tax.

Company formation in South Korea

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