El SalvadorKey facts
- Region
- Central America
- Corporate tax
- 30%
- VAT
- 13%
- Currency
- USD
- Time zone
- CST
- Language
- Spanish
- Avg. engagement cost (year 1)
- €12,650
Key advantages
- 30% corporate tax.
- Uses USD and Bitcoin as legal tender.
- Local market access.
Entity types
| Type | Full name | Tax | VAT | Min. capital | Setup time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SA | Joint-stock company | 30% | 13% | USD 2.000 | 3–6 weeks | Local trade, regional access |
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