An investment incentive certificate is an official document that lets a qualifying investment draw on support elements such as tax reductions, social security premium support, customs duty exemption, or interest support. The application goes to the Ministry of Industry and Technology, and closing out the certificate once the investment is complete is a separate stage in itself — that’s when the authorities check whether the commitments you took on were actually met. Since support rates and conditions change often, we work out the specific framework that applies to your investment together during a consultation.
- Average Review Time
- Depends on the scope of the application (can vary)
- Where to Apply
- The Ministry of Industry and Technology
- Validity
- Valid for the investment period, conditional on meeting the commitments made
Who It’s For
Foreign investors planning a production, manufacturing, or certain service-sector investment
We assess together whether your investment qualifies for support elements.
Those wanting to benefit from elements like tax reductions or social security premium support
We explain which elements can apply to your investment during a consultation.
Those looking into customs exemption for machinery and equipment imports
We check whether the exemption scope fits your investment.
Those who have completed their investment and need to close out the certificate
We manage the process together to show your commitments were met.
Required Documents
The investment’s sector and a description of the product/service to be produced
Support elements can vary by sector.
The province and facility location where the investment will take place
Regional differences can affect the support elements available.
A general range for the fixed investment amount
An exact figure isn’t needed here — the detailed calculation happens on the application form.
General information on planned employment
Some support elements can be tied to an employment commitment.
A feasibility report, if you have one
Can be used as part of the application file.
A list of machinery and equipment planned for import, if any
The customs exemption assessment is based on this list.
Current trade registry details of the investor company
If the company hasn’t been set up yet, we plan that step first.
General information on the investment’s funding source (equity, loan, etc.)
Some support elements are assessed based on the funding structure.
The document list can vary by application reason and personal circumstances; the current requirements of the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management apply.
Process Steps
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01
Eligibility Assessment
Within 1-2 daysWe do an initial check on whether your investment qualifies for incentive elements.
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02
Preparing the Application File
A few daysInvestment details, financial statements, and required attachments are put together.
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Application to the Ministry
Within 1 dayThe file is submitted to the Ministry of Industry and Technology through the electronic system.
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04
Review and Certificate Issuance
Depends on the Ministry’s workloadThe application is reviewed, and if approved, the incentive certificate is issued.
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05
Implementation Follow-Up and Closing
Depends on the investment timelineOnce the investment is complete, the certificate is closed by showing the commitments were met.
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Initial AssessmentLegal Basis
Current Regulations on State Aid for Investments
The scope and conditions of the support elements are set out in these regulations; since they change often, we share the current framework during a consultation.
Ministry of Industry and Technology
The authority where investment incentive certificate applications are submitted and reviewed.
Common Mistakes
Applying only after the investment has already started
Some support elements may not cover spending made before the certificate date.
Setting unrealistic employment or investment commitments
Failing to meet a commitment causes problems when closing out the certificate.
Preparing the machinery and equipment list incompletely or with errors
Errors in the list can delay the customs exemption from being applied.
Skipping the notification and reporting duties tied to the certificate during the investment
Missing notifications can prevent the certificate from being closed on time.
Assuming the certificate closes itself automatically once the investment is finished
Closing it is a separate process that requires documenting and proving the commitments were met.
Frequently Asked Questions
Elements like tax reduction, social security premium support, customs exemption, and interest support can apply; we share the rates and conditions during a consultation.
No, there are conditions tied to sector, location, and the nature of the investment; we assess your eligibility together.
Generally yes; if it isn’t set up yet, we plan that step first.
An extension may be possible under certain conditions; we assess it based on your situation.
Rates depend on sector, location, and the current state of the regulations; we share the exact figures during a consultation.
This can affect your commitments; we recommend assessing it together before deciding.
Not always mandatory, but it strengthens the file; we assess whether you need one together.
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This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.