Choosing the right business structure is one of the most important decisions every entrepreneur, investor, or foreign company makes when entering the Kosova market. At AMA IP-LEX, our mission is to turn complex legal information into clear, practical guidance that helps you make strategic, risk-free, and future-oriented decisions.

Kosovo offers a modern, investor-friendly legal framework regulated primarily by Law No. 06/L-016 on Business Organizations. Business registration is managed through the Kosova Business Registration Agency (KBRA) — a fast and efficient system that can be completed entirely online or in person through municipal centers.

Main Business Forms in Kosova

•Sole Proprietorship (B.I.)

Simple and fast to register, offering full control but full personal liability.

•General Partnership (O.P.)

Run by two or more partners who share management, profit — and unlimited liability.

•Limited Partnership (O.K.)

A hybrid structure with managing partners (unlimited liability) and investing partners (limited liability).

•Limited Liability Company (SH.P.K.)

The most widely used structure in Kosovo. Flexible, no minimum capital, strong liability protection. Ideal for startups, SMEs, and international companies.

•Joint Stock Company (SH.A.)

A highly structured corporate form designed for large operations and capital-intensive investments.

•Foreign Company Branch (D.K.)

Allows a foreign company to operate directly in Kosovo without forming a new entity. The parent company has full liability.

•Representative Office (Z.P.K.)

A non-commercial presence used for research, promotion, and networking. Cannot generate income.

•Socially-Owned Enterprises

Legacy structures administered by the Privatization Agency.

•Publicly-Owned Enterprises

Government-owned corporations operating essential public services under special legislation.

•Agricultural Cooperatives

Structures that enable farmers to work collectively, share resources, and access grants and development programs.

Company Registration in Kosova

Registration can be completed fully online through KBRA, supported by municipal business centers across Kosovo.

You will need:

• Founding Act or Articles of Association
  (Sample documents are  available)

• Identification documents

• Business address

• Activity description

Upon approval, KBRA issues the Certificate of Business Registration, granting legal identity to your enterprise.

Why the Right Structure Matters

Your choice affects:

• Liability and asset protection

• Tax and reporting obligations

• Governance and decision-making

• Investor readiness

• Long-term stability and growth

At AMA IP-LEX, we help you select the form that matches your needs — whether establishing a startup, opening a subsidiary, or expanding in Kosovo.

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