Which form of entry into an Asian market should I choose?

It depends on the goal, sector and specific country. Common forms are a subsidiary, a joint venture with a local partner, a branch or cooperation with a distributor. Each has different implications for control, liability and tax; we recommend assessing the choice in advance and carrying out formation in cooperation with local advisers.

Why is brand and IP protection important in Asia?

In many Asian countries a strict first-to-file principle applies, so someone else may register your brand or design before you do. We therefore recommend securing registration and protection of intellectual property before entering the market.

How do I safely bring profit from Asia to Slovakia?

Profit repatriation must be assessed under double tax treaties, local dividend rules and Slovak rules including CFC and reporting obligations. The specific tax impact depends on the facts and is assessed individually, without promises of an outcome.

Home/What we do/Doing business in Asia

Doing business in Asia

Asian markets offer growth but also a different legal environment and business customs. We prepare entry, contracts and brand protection so expansion rests on firm foundations — in cooperation with local advisers and without promises of a tax outcome.

JUDr. Ondrej SteinigerPartner · Attorneyondrej.steiniger@steinigers.com

JUDr. Viktória KertészováAttorneyviktoria.kerteszova@steinigers.com

Entry into Asian markets

Each Asian market has its own entry rules. We advise on the form of entry so you keep control and room to grow.

Entry forms and jurisdiction selection

We advise on the form of entry — subsidiary, joint venture, branch or distributor — and on selecting a suitable jurisdiction in the region. Formation and licensing follow local rules in cooperation with vetted local advisers.

Partners and structure

We set up relationships with local partners, joint ventures and the link to your group. The corporate side is handled alongside Corporate law and commerce.

Contracts, IP and protection

On a distant market, a contract and registered rights protect you. We set them up so you can enforce what is yours.

Cross-border contracts and arbitration

We prepare cross-border contracts, agree the governing law and dispute resolution (usually international arbitration) and delivery terms (Incoterms) so they are enforceable.

Brand and IP protection

We secure registration and protection of your brand and intellectual property in a region where IP protection is especially important. Trade marks and IP are covered under Intellectual property and brands.

Tax and compliance

Profit from Asia must be brought home safely. We assess tax and reporting obligations soberly, without promises.

Double taxation and repatriation

We take account of double tax treaties, the method of profit repatriation, CFC rules and reporting of cross-border arrangements (DAC6). The tax side is covered under Tax and tax disputes.

Local and home compliance

We set up compliance towards both Slovakia and local rules. The specific tax impact is assessed individually and we do not guarantee an outcome.

Knowledge

We follow legislation for you.

The branch of a foreign company and the Hungarian fióktelep: standing, liability, registration and taxation

Read article

All articles

References

Satisfied clients and our references.

The lawyers at Steiniger always advised us very quickly and effectively — whether it concerned copyright, trademarks or corporate matters."

Filip Glasa · CEO, FinStat

Dozens of cases in which our clients protected their brands thanks to the prompt and professional help of the Steiniger team."

Michal Pastier · GoBigname

We found someone with whom we handle things comprehensively and reliably — from commercial and copyright law to taxes."

Matej Drlička · CEO, VivaMusica / IXPO

They trust us

… and many others

Memberships

We are part of communities that shape law, business and culture.

FINASFintech & Insurtech Association of Slovakia

SKMASlovak Cryptocurrency Association

Forbes Grow ClubBusiness club of an elite community of top Slovak entrepreneurs

SING!Patrons’ club of the Bratislava Boys’ Choir

Consultation

Let us take responsibility for your decisions in life and business.

Book a consultation