New Government Support for Businesses: New Opportunities in Export, Logistics, and Financing
The Government of Azerbaijan is introducing new support mechanisms to promote entrepreneurship, strengthen the non-oil sector, and increase exports. These initiatives are designed to reduce businesses' financial burden, improve access to financing, and enhance the competitiveness of Azerbaijani companies in international markets.
What Benefits Will Businesses Receive?
Under the new support mechanisms:
- Exports of non-oil products will receive additional government support;
- Part of transportation and logistics costs will be reimbursed;
- Additional incentives will be provided to producers operating in the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic;
- Credit guarantees and interest subsidies will be expanded;
- The powers of the Azerbaijan Business Development Fund (ABDF) will be strengthened.
These measures are scheduled to take effect on 1 September 2026 and remain in force until 31 December 2036.
Export and Logistics Cost Support
Under the new rules, the government will reimburse part of the transportation costs incurred when exporting Azerbaijani-origin non-oil products.
The objectives of this support include:
- Increasing the international competitiveness of Azerbaijani products;
- Reducing logistics costs for exporters;
- Encouraging export activities.
How Does the Reimbursement Process Work?
Many businesses assume that the government will pay transportation costs in advance. In reality, the mechanism operates on a reimbursement basis.
Businesses must first:
- Conclude a transportation agreement;
- Pay the transportation provider;
- Complete the export transaction;
- Collect all supporting documentation;
- Submit an application for reimbursement.
The government reimburses only those expenses that have been properly documented and verified.
Why Is Proper Accounting Important?
To qualify for government support, businesses should be able to provide:
- Commercial contracts;
- Invoices;
- Bank payment records;
- Customs documentation;
- Transportation documents;
- Financial statements;
- Accounting records.
Any inconsistencies in documentation or accounting may delay or prevent reimbursement, even if the company is otherwise eligible.
How Is the Reimbursement Amount Calculated?
The reimbursement amount is determined by comparing two values:
- A specified percentage of the transportation cost;
- The maximum reimbursement limit calculated based on the customs value of the exported goods.
The company receives the lower of these two amounts.
Reimbursement Rates
| Mode of Transportation | Reimbursement Rate |
|---|---|
| Azerbaijani-registered road carrier | 70% |
| Railway transport | 70% |
| Air transport | 70% |
| Sea transport | 70% |
| Foreign-registered road carrier | 50% |
| Domestic transportation within Nakhchivan | 70% |
Additional Benefits for Businesses in Nakhchivan
The new mechanism also creates significant opportunities for producers operating in the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic.
For example, if transportation costs amount to AZN 5,000:
- The government may reimburse AZN 3,500;
- The business would bear only AZN 1,500.
This measure is expected to improve the competitiveness of Nakhchivan-based producers.
Credit Guarantees and Interest Subsidies
Under the new presidential decrees, the administration of credit guarantees and interest subsidy programs will be entrusted to the Azerbaijan Business Development Fund (ABDF).
As a result, the following programs will be managed through a more structured framework:
- Government credit guarantees;
- Interest subsidy programs;
- Electronic application systems;
- Business support initiatives.
How Does the Interest Subsidy Work?
According to the new rules:
- The maximum eligible loan interest rate is 13%;
- The government may subsidize up to 50% of the interest expense.
For example, if a business obtains a loan of AZN 300,000 with an annual interest rate of 12%:
- Annual interest amounts to AZN 36,000;
- The government may cover AZN 18,000;
- The business pays the remaining AZN 18,000.
This significantly lowers the effective cost of borrowing.
The Key Requirement: Transparent Financial Reporting
Whether applying for export reimbursements, credit guarantees, or interest subsidies, proper documentation and transparent accounting remain the fundamental requirements.
To benefit from government support, businesses should ensure that:
- Accounting records are properly maintained;
- All transactions are fully documented;
- Payments are made through non-cash banking channels;
- Financial statements are complete and transparent.
In many cases, cash payments are not recognized as eligible expenses for government support programs.
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