SPIEX is the Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Nicaragua for Investments and Exports Promotion that offers services to companies that wish to explore business opportunities or expand their operations in Nicaragua.

The services offered by SPIEX are completely free.

• Evaluation and Decision Making
• Preparation of personalized packages with updated and reliable information about the country, including foreign investment trends at a national, regional and global level.
• Analysis of comparative models of operating costs in the country.
• Specialized accompaniment in visits to the country to hold meetings with government institutions. Establishment
• Guidance and assistance in permit processes and administrative procedures.
• Support in recruitment processes of human talent and search for real estate solutions.
• Facilitation of contacts of suppliers of related goods and services. Retention and Expansion
  Advice on investment opportunities to expand, diversify and add value to the local operations of companies.
• Approach with established companies, trade associations and academy for the development of initiatives that strengthen the value chains of the business ecosystem.

The following sectors are promoted: Agribusiness, Forestry, Light Manufacturing, Textiles, Outsourcing Services (BPO, KPO, ITO and SSC) and Fishing.

The SPIEX attends New Investments and Re-Investment of companies already established in the country. They are given guidance in the processes of establishing their investment project, as well as support in coordinating meetings with relevant institutions for the development of their operations.

To establish a company in Nicaragua, you need to prepare the company's articles of incorporation and certify it by a Nicaraguan notary public. In addition, it is required to acquire the corporate and accounting books and submit the application for registration as a merchant before the Mercantile Registry with a photocopy of the identity or residence card. It is also necessary to have at least two partners and a minimum share capital of C$10,000.

The national customs regime in Nicaragua offers various tax benefits for companies engaged in the import and export of goods. Some of these benefits include exemption from income taxes and VAT for companies that are exclusively dedicated to exporting. There are also tax and tariff exemptions for companies operating in Free Zones. In addition, the temporary admission regime for inward processing and export facilitation offers reductions and exemptions of customs duties and taxes.