Dividend Taxes for Latvia LLC in 2026 — Full Explanation
Latvia LLC dividends involve two tax stages: CIT 20% on taxable profit and PIT 20% on the dividend amount. The combined effective tax burden is approximately 36% of pre-tax profit.
What Is the 0% CIT Regime?
Latvia uses a unique CIT model: CIT is not due on retained earnings. As long as profits remain in the company and are reinvested, there is no tax. CIT only becomes payable when profits are distributed.
Dividends vs. Salary — Which Model Is Better?
Dividends are more advantageous when the company has stable profit and the owner does not need social insurance coverage. No SSIC applies to dividends.
Salary is better when social guarantees (pension, sick pay) are needed, or when company profit is small.
Optimal model for most LLC owners: minimum salary (€780 gross) + remainder as dividends.