Set up in Scotland
Get expert advice on starting a business in Scotland, including information on how to structure and register your business, choose a location, access talent, and find an accountant and solicitor.
You'll also find guidance on taxes, laws, insurance, immigration, and more – so you can make sure your business is on solid ground as you scale up your innovation and pursue opportunities in Scotland's high growth industries of the future.
Business set-up and legal framework
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How to set up a company in Scotland
Get step-by-step advice on setting up a business in Scotland.
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Professional and legal advice
Find out where to get advice on tax, legal, and insurance requirements.
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Employment law, regulations, and policies
Understand the requirements outlined by employment laws, regulations, and policies.
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Business laws and regulations
As a business in Scotland, you need to consider specific requirements and laws around various aspects of business.
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Choosing your business location
Get advice on choosing the right location for your business needs.
Costs, taxes, and incentives
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Business tax
At 25%, Scotland and the rest of the UK have the lowest corporation tax rate of any G7 country. Find out about tax requirements and competitive rates for your business.
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Financial and tax incentives
Scotland offers a range of tax relief schemes, funding, and financial incentives to help your business develop and grow. Explore all your options.
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Cost of doing business in Scotland
Find out why Scotland is a competitive location to do business, including lower business rates, cost of living, and employee overheads.
Workforce and talent
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Accessing talent
Get advice on recruitment and where to find the best Scottish and international talent.
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National Minimum Wage and salaries
Learn more about the National Minimum Wage and salaries in Scotland.
Infrastructure and innovation
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Infrastructure and connectivity
Scotland offers excellent transport links and first-class digital connectivity. Discover how your business can benefit from accessible support networks across high growth sectors.
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Innovation in Scotland
Innovation is key to the success and longevity of your business. Explore how Scotland's rich and collaborative innovation ecosystem will inspire and support you.
How we can help you
Our guidance and support begins at the planning stage and carries on through setup, development, and the day-to-day running of your business.
We’ll help you identify investment opportunities, access funding, find the right location and premises, and contact potential partners.
Set up a business in Scotland
Scotland is the perfect place to locate your business, with a wealth of investment and trade opportunities in both established and high growth industries.
You'll benefit from our world-class talent and high quality of life, with a focus on groundbreaking innovation that will help your business realise its biggest and brightest ambitions – all within a supportive, sustainable business ecosystem that's primed to help your company thrive.
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