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Liepāja offers investors not only a strategic location and well-developed infrastructure, but also a comprehensive support system that helps companies successfully launch and grow investment projects. Support is available at municipal, Liepāja Special Economic Zone (LSEZ) and national levels.

Municipal support

Investors receive practical assistance throughout the entire investment process, including guidance on opportunities, administrative procedures and cooperation with local institutions.

Support includes:

  • initial consultations on investment opportunities in Liepāja
  • identification of suitable sites or properties
  • information on spatial planning and development options
  • coordination with the municipality, the LSEZ and other institutions
  • support in moving the project from planning to implementation.

Liepāja City Council continues to improve public infrastructure to ensure better access to industrial areas and facilitate the implementation of investment projects.

Support from the Liepāja Special Economic Zone (LSEZ)

Companies operating within the LSEZ can benefit from significant tax incentives, customs advantages and professional support throughout the project lifecycle. More information here

Available benefits:

  • up to 80% property tax relief; 
  • up to 80% corporate income tax relief; 
  • customs and indirect tax benefits under the free zone regime; 
  • consultancy on obtaining LSEZ status; 
  • coordination of investment projects.

Business Support Organisations

LIAA Representative Office in Liepāja

The LIAA Representative Office in Liepāja provides local support to businesses and investors, including consultations on business development, innovation, exports and access to funding.

ALTUM

ALTUM is Latvia’s state-owned development finance institution. It provides financing through various financial instruments, including loans, guarantees and investments in venture capital funds, supporting priority sectors and activities where sufficient financing is not available from commercial banks.

Green and Smart Technology Cluster

The Green and Smart Technology Cluster is a cross-sectoral cooperation organisation established in Liepāja, bringing together businesses, educational and research institutions, and other organisations.

Kurzeme Business Incubator

Kurzeme Business Incubator is a business support centre with 10 years of experience, providing assistance with business establishment and development in the Liepāja region.

Coworking Liepaja

Coworking Liepaja provides shared office and coworking spaces in Liepāja.

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Head of the Development Department
Municipality
Financial Support
Consultations
Mārtiņš Ābols
General Manager, Liepāja Special Economic Zone Authority
Liepājas SEZ
Investment environment
Industrial zones
Uldis Hmieļevskis

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