Doing Business in Estonia
Estonia is renowned for its business-friendly environment with a simple tax system and digital-first approach to government services.
Whether you wish to launch a startup, expand your corporation through a local branch, or work here as a freelancer, Estonia offers excellent opportunities and an efficient digital ecosystem.
Not planning to reside in Estonia? Don’t worry! Estonia is also an excellent base for your business, even if you don't plan to live here. With the e-Residency Programme, you can easily start and run a company remotely from anywhere in the world.
Do you have any questions about conducting business in Estonia?
Why Estonia?
Here are a few reasons why Estonia is the ideal place to do business:
- As an EU member state, Estonia provides access to the European single market and operates under the EU legal framework.
- A company can be established in a day through a fast and straightforward registration process.
- The minimum share capital of a private limited liability company is 0.01 euros.
- Almost all reports and applications can be easily submitted online.
- Estonia's tax system is simple, with a 0% corporate income tax on undistributed profits.
- There are very few restrictions to foreign ownership or management and foreign entrepreneurs are treated equally to Estonian citizens.
How can we help?
Our business-minded attorneys are dedicated to turning your ideas into reality. We make your venture’s long-term security a priority by addressing and managing the high-stakes legal risks of entrepreneurship.
We provide all the essential legal services for a successful company under one roof. Whether you are just starting out or need a proactive legal partner throughout your growth journey, you can choose from our simple and cost-efficient packages:
In broad terms, there are two main options for establishing a company in Estonia.
The first is to apply for Estonian e-Residency and manage the company yourself by using the country’s digital infrastructure.
The second is the traditional approach of granting a notarial power of attorney to a lawyer for the incorporation and/or management of the company.
We work with both options, as outlined in the following proposal.
e-Residency Light
e-Residency Pro
Traditional Light
Traditional Pro
Fee
500 EUR*
1 000 EUR*
500 EUR*
2 500 EUR*
Consultation regarding company formation
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Assistance with e-Residency application
✓
✓
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Drafting the power-of-attorney
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✓
✓
Drafting the memorandum and articles of association
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✓
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Video assistance with company establishment via e-Business Register
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✓
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Establishing the company through a notary
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✓
Assistance with VAT registration (if necessary)
✓
✓
✓
✓
Assistance with EORI registration (if necessary)
✓
✓
✓
✓
Translation of documents (if necessary)**
✓
✓
✓
✓
e-Residency Light
e-Residency Pro
Traditional Light
Traditional Pro
Monthly fee
300 EUR
/ month*
600 EUR
/ month*
300 EUR
/ month*
600 EUR
/ month*
On-going legal counselling (corporate governance, business licenses, banking, taxes, etc.)
1 hour / month
2 hours / month
1 hour / month
2 hours / month
Contact person service (i.e. forwarding communication)
Up to 5 approaches / year
6-20 approaches / year***
Up to 5 approaches / year
6-20 approaches / year***
Accounting****
✓
✓
✓
✓
* does not include VAT, translation, notary or state fees. This price is valid for a standard procedure. If there are technical issues or other unforeseen circumstances, an additional fee might be charged.
** subject to additional fees of our translation partner.
*** forwarding more than 20 approaches / year is subject to additional fee.
**** subject to additional fees of our accounting partner.
Did not find a suitable package or need help in other areas?
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