Projects that have received the "Startup" certificate include mobile applications and online services that cover innovative solutions in fintech, education, healthcare, tourism, business digitalization, e-commerce.
47 micro and small entrepreneurs applied to the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBIA) under the Ministry of Economy for the issuance of the "Startup" certificate in January-June 2023. As per the "Criteria for determining a startup" approved by the Cabinet of Ministers' Decision dated January 29, 2021, the Council of Experts issued certificates to 13 SME subjects, 12 of which are micro and 1 is a small entrepreneur. Projects that have received the "Startup" certificate include mobile applications and online services that include innovative solutions in fintech, education, healthcare, tourism, business digitalization, e-commerce.
In total, so far, 94 micro and small business entities have been awarded the "Startup" certificate.
The "Startup" certificate exempts SME entities from profit and income tax on their income from innovation activities for a period of 3 years from the date of receipt of the certificate.
Micro and small business entities whose projects are in the development stage can apply to KOBIA for a "Startup" certificate. The application form and other necessary documents, as well as detailed information about the relevant criteria, can be found at the following link: https://bit.ly/3KqQwuV
