You have identified the country. Now you need to understand what contracting there actually looks like – the entity requirements, the tax structure, the compliance obligations, and the practical realities on the ground.

CD Europe has prepared a country guide for each of the 27 EU member states, EEA countries, as well as Switzerland and Ukraine, written specifically for independent IT contractors. Each guide covers the key factors that determine whether a jurisdiction works for your situation. Note that occasionally a guide will be offline when we are updating it. A message will be shown instead.

What each guide covers

Entity types and incorporation requirements. Corporate and personal tax rates. VAT obligations. Employment law essentials. Banking practicalities. Typical timeline and cost to establish. Key risks and considerations for foreign contractors.

A note on accuracy

Laws, tax rates, and regulations across EU member states change regularly. The information in these guides reflects our best knowledge at the time of publication and is intended as a general orientation, not legal or tax advice. CD Europe updates its guides periodically, but we recommend verifying current requirements with a qualified local adviser before making any structural decisions. Nothing in these guides constitutes legal, financial, or tax advice.

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