The desks have been formed to assist clients - in their mother tongue - with the Luxembourg and international aspects of their projects. Luxembourg based companies investing in China, Japan, Germany and the USA can also draw on our in-depth knowledge of these markets and their unique complexities.
Key benefits and outcomes
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China Desk
The China Desk at KPMG Luxembourg offers these companies a range of audit, tax and advisory services, and also helps Luxembourg companies expand in China. Our experienced team of a dozen Chinese and non-Chinese professionals are fluent in Mandarin.
German Desk
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Grande Région Desk
We want to support the prosperity of regional enterprises by providing high quality services delivered by professionals who care about their countries. Our desk aims to develop the Greater Region by collaborating with companies setting up in this territory and helping them reach their full capability.
MENA Desk
Luxembourg offers a range of dedicated corporate structures that can be established in a Shariah compliant way, amongst other options. This allows families and high net worth individuals to structure and operate their businesses and assets, as well as manage their estate and succession, while achieving tax and operating efficiency.
US Desk
KPMG works locally with public authorities and major business associations, which allows us to deliver services defined by real industry insight to US companies seeking access to Luxembourg and the larger European market, as well as help these companies expand operations or engage in external growth transactions.
China Desk
The China Desk at KPMG Luxembourg offers these companies a range of audit, tax and advisory services, and also helps Luxembourg companies expand in China. Our experienced team of a dozen Chinese and non-Chinese professionals are fluent in Mandarin.
Learn moreGerman Desk
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Learn moreGrande Région Desk
We want to support the prosperity of regional enterprises by providing high quality services delivered by professionals who care about their countries. Our desk aims to develop the Greater Region by collaborating with companies setting up in this territory and helping them reach their full capability.
Learn moreMENA Desk
Luxembourg offers a range of dedicated corporate structures that can be established in a Shariah compliant way, amongst other options. This allows families and high net worth individuals to structure and operate their businesses and assets, as well as manage their estate and succession, while achieving tax and operating efficiency.
Learn moreUS Desk
KPMG works locally with public authorities and major business associations, which allows us to deliver services defined by real industry insight to US companies seeking access to Luxembourg and the larger European market, as well as help these companies expand operations or engage in external growth transactions.
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- Doing business in Luxembourg
- Living and working in Luxembourg
Luxembourg on your mind? Well, you’re not alone. The number of companies registered in Luxembourg has been growing at quite a rate. In fact, the government has many initiatives in place to welcome businesses of all sizes. From startups to large corporations, I guarantee there’s a place for your firm here.
If you’re considering relocating your business to Luxembourg but have gotten lost in the administration side of things, I am here to help you. So, stop your scrolling and ask me your questions directly.
Why choose Luxembourg to do business
Businesses tell me that these factors are particularly important in their decision to relocate to Luxembourg.
Select a factor below to see how Luxembourg is leading the way.
Stability
When it comes to stability, Luxembourg:
- has a AAA rating confirmed by S&P, Moody’s and Fitch
- maintained this ratingopens in a new tab during the pandemic
- is ranked in the top 4 for political stability by the World Intellectual Property Organizationopens in a new tab (PDF, 3.5MB)
Tax and legal
When it comes to tax, Luxembourg:
- has competitive corporate tax rates
- offers a range of tax incentives to domestic and international businesses
- has a top VAT rate of 16%, the lowest in the EU
Talent and people
When it comes to talent and people, Luxembourg:
- is ranked in the top 10 of the IMD World Talent Rankingopens in a new tab
- is ranked in the top 15 of the Global Talent Competitiveness Indexopens in a new tab
- has a range of tax incentives to domestic and international individuals
Innovation
When it comes to innovation, Luxembourg:
- is ranked a top 20 innovative economy in the Global Innovation Indexopens in a new tab
- tops the rankings for attractive research systems, according to the European Innovation Scoreboardopens in a new tab
- is home to 40% of all Tier IV data centers in Europe
Infrastructure
When it comes to infrastructure, Luxembourg:
- made all public transportation free as of 1 March 2020
- is ranked 4th in the EUopens in a new tab for connectivity
- scored 94.4 for infrastructure quality in the FM Global resilience index
Stability
When it comes to stability, Luxembourg:
- has a AAA rating confirmed by S&P, Moody’s and Fitch
- maintained this ratingopens in a new tab during the pandemic
- is ranked in the top 4 for political stability by the World Intellectual Property Organizationopens in a new tab (PDF, 3.5MB)
Tax and legal
When it comes to tax, Luxembourg:
- has competitive corporate tax rates
- offers a range of tax incentives to domestic and international businesses
- has a top VAT rate of 16%, the lowest in the EU
Talent and people
When it comes to talent and people, Luxembourg:
- is ranked in the top 10 of the IMD World Talent Rankingopens in a new tab
- is ranked in the top 15 of the Global Talent Competitiveness Indexopens in a new tab
- has a range of tax incentives to domestic and international individuals
Innovation
When it comes to innovation, Luxembourg:
- is ranked a top 20 innovative economy in the Global Innovation Indexopens in a new tab
- tops the rankings for attractive research systems, according to the European Innovation Scoreboardopens in a new tab
- is home to 40% of all Tier IV data centers in Europe
Infrastructure
When it comes to infrastructure, Luxembourg:
- made all public transportation free as of 1 March 2020
- is ranked 4th in the EUopens in a new tab for connectivity
- scored 94.4 for infrastructure quality in the FM Global resilience index
Luxembourg on your mind? No one could blame you; it really is a beautiful place to live and work. In fact, you’re not the only one considering moving to this country in heart of Europe. Thousands of people move to the Grand Duchy every year to take advantage of its charm and convenience.
If you’re considering Luxembourg as your new home, but have gotten lost in all the information available, I am here to help you make sense of it. So, stop your scrolling and ask me your questions directly.
Why choose Luxembourg to live and work
People tell me that these factors are particularly important in their decision to relocate to Luxembourg.
Select a factor below to see how Luxembourg is leading the way.
Stability
When it comes to stability, Luxembourg:
- has only had 13 Prime Ministers since 1945
- is rated in the top 4 for political stability by the World Intellectual Property Organizationopens in a new tab (PDF, 4.5MB)
Education
When it comes to education, Luxembourg:
- has a wide range of state-run, private and international schools
- has seven English language state-run schools
- provides a back to school allowanceopens in a new tab for every student from the age of six until the end of their secondary education
Property merket
When it comes to the property market, Luxembourg:
- has no special restrictions for foreign buyers
- has a high rate of home ownership, with over 70% of people living in Luxembourg owning their properties
Transport
When it comes to transport, Luxembourg:
- made all public transportation free as of 1 March 2020
- has a country-wide network of cycle paths that span 600km and 700km of mountain bike trails
- has an extensive bus and train network covering the entire country
Childcare
When it comes to childcare, Luxembourg:
- offers up to 20 weeks of maternity leave
- provides a welfare allowance for every child
Leisure and culture
When it comes to leisure and culture, Luxembourg:
- has the highest concentration of Michelin star restaurants per capita in the world
- has many parks, gardens, and forests, with over one-fourth of the capital dedicated to green space
- has seasonal events such as the Schueberfouer, a fair in late August which has been running since 1340, Christmas markets, with stalls placed all over the city and music and culture festivals such as the Siren’s Call and the Blues’n’Jazz Rallye during the summer.
Stability
When it comes to stability, Luxembourg:
- has only had 13 Prime Ministers since 1945
- is rated in the top 4 for political stability by the World Intellectual Property Organizationopens in a new tab (PDF, 4.5MB)
Education
When it comes to education, Luxembourg:
- has a wide range of state-run, private and international schools
- has seven English language state-run schools
- provides a back to school allowanceopens in a new tab for every student from the age of six until the end of their secondary education
Property merket
When it comes to the property market, Luxembourg:
- has no special restrictions for foreign buyers
- has a high rate of home ownership, with over 70% of people living in Luxembourg owning their properties
Transport
When it comes to transport, Luxembourg:
- made all public transportation free as of 1 March 2020
- has a country-wide network of cycle paths that span 600km and 700km of mountain bike trails
- has an extensive bus and train network covering the entire country
Childcare
When it comes to childcare, Luxembourg:
- offers up to 20 weeks of maternity leave
- provides a welfare allowance for every child
Leisure and culture
When it comes to leisure and culture, Luxembourg:
- has the highest concentration of Michelin star restaurants per capita in the world
- has many parks, gardens, and forests, with over one-fourth of the capital dedicated to green space
- has seasonal events such as the Schueberfouer, a fair in late August which has been running since 1340, Christmas markets, with stalls placed all over the city and music and culture festivals such as the Siren’s Call and the Blues’n’Jazz Rallye during the summer.
Frequently asked questions about living and working in Luxembourg
Here are the questions that we are asked most often about business in Luxembourg.
It takes around a week to get a company set up. You’ll need to make sure that you have all the information required, as well as a Luxembourg bank account. Once this is done, you can book an appointment with the notary to kick off proceedings.
The cost of setting up a business can be as little as EUR 4,000, depending on the company type. Maintenance, on the other hand, will set you back roughly EUR 15,000 a year for domiciliation, accounting, tax compliance, minimal corporate secretarial services and a director.
The cost of maintaining your company will be higher than EUR 15,000 if your business requires office space, further staff members, a business licence or help with monthly obligations like VAT returns and interim financial statements.
Yes, Luxembourg is competitive for both tax and social security. This is especially true of social security as contributions are capped for employers, employees, and the self-employed. For 2023, social security contributions are paid on annual remuneration up to EUR 143,243.76. Anything that you earn over this threshold is not subject to social security.
In terms of taxation, Luxembourg is competitive especially for investors but also for employees coming to the Grand Duchy with the possibility to benefit under certain conditions from the Inpatriate Regime.
Read more about tax and social security in our Luxembourg Income Tax Guide (PDF, 688KB).
It takes around a week to get a company set up. You’ll need to make sure that you have all the information required, as well as a Luxembourg bank account. Once this is done, you can book an appointment with the notary to kick off proceedings.
The cost of setting up a business can be as little as EUR 4,000, depending on the company type. Maintenance, on the other hand, will set you back roughly EUR 15,000 a year for domiciliation, accounting, tax compliance, minimal corporate secretarial services and a director.
The cost of maintaining your company will be higher than EUR 15,000 if your business requires office space, further staff members, a business licence or help with monthly obligations like VAT returns and interim financial statements.
Yes, Luxembourg is competitive for both tax and social security. This is especially true of social security as contributions are capped for employers, employees, and the self-employed. For 2023, social security contributions are paid on annual remuneration up to EUR 143,243.76. Anything that you earn over this threshold is not subject to social security.
In terms of taxation, Luxembourg is competitive especially for investors but also for employees coming to the Grand Duchy with the possibility to benefit under certain conditions from the Inpatriate Regime.
Read more about tax and social security in our Luxembourg Income Tax Guide (PDF, 688KB).
