Verified as of 11/06/2026
Hi-Tech Park Belarus (HTP)
Founded in 2005, Belarus Hi-Tech Park is one of the most tax-advantaged IT zones in Europe. Resident companies pay 0% income tax and benefit from a simplified regulatory environment.
0%income tax
2049guaranteed until
1 200+resident companies
9%social contributions
Tax Benefits
TaxStandard rateHTP rate
Corporate income tax20%0%
VAT on exported services20%0%
Employer social contributions34%9%
Personal income tax13%9%
Dividend tax13%0%
Who Can Apply
- Software development and testing companies
- IT product and SaaS companies
- Data analysis and AI / machine learning
- Cybersecurity companies
- Blockchain and fintech startups
- R&D and scientific research in IT
- E-learning platforms and edtech
At least 50% of revenue must come from qualifying activities.
How to Apply
- Register a company in Belarus (OOO or IP)
- Prepare a business plan describing the IT activities
- Submit application to the HTP Administration
- Pass review by the HTP Supervisory Board (4–6 weeks)
- Sign HTP resident agreement and receive certificate
- Benefits apply from the first day of resident status
Notable Residents
- EPAM Systems — global software engineering company
- Wargaming — World of Tanks developer
- Viber — messaging app (founded in Belarus)
- MSQRD — augmented reality (acquired by Facebook)
- PandaDoc — document management SaaS
- Flo Health — women's health app, 70 M+ users
Official Resources
- park.by — HTP official website
- park.by/become-resident — Application guide