Estonia Company Formation

€3,500· Full service · No hidden fees

Why Estonia?

An Estonian OÜ (Osaühing) is the gold standard for digital-first international business. Estonia pioneered the world’s first e-Residency program, allowing entrepreneurs globally to establish and manage EU companies entirely online. With its revolutionary corporate tax system (0% on retained profits), Estonia is perfect for growth-focused businesses.

Note for U.S. citizens: The U.S. taxes citizens on worldwide income regardless of residence. Estonia’s deferred taxation benefits non-U.S. persons directly. Americans can still benefit from EU market access, e-Residency, and business credibility.

Incorporate in Estonia with full legal support – no visit required.

0% on Retained Profits – No corporate tax until profits are distributed

22% on Distributed Profits – Tax only triggered when dividends are paid

e-Residency – Manage your EU company 100% digitally from anywhere in the world

Digital Signatures – Sign all documents online with your e-Residency card

Full EU Membership – Access to the single market and EU banking

60+ Tax Treaties – Extensive double taxation agreement network

Who Is This For

Growth-focused businesses that reinvest profits and want to defer corporate taxation indefinitely
Digital nomads and remote entrepreneurs seeking a fully online EU company managed from anywhere
SaaS and technology companies that benefit from Estonia's world-class digital infrastructure
Consultants and freelancers wanting an EU legal entity without physical relocation
International traders seeking EU market access with complete flexibility on tax timing
Startups planning to reinvest all profits into growth before making any distributions
Anyone who values managing their company entirely online with digital signatures and remote banking

The Process

Step 1: e-Residency Application
Apply for Estonian e-Residency online. Once approved (typically 3-8 weeks), collect your digital ID card from a pickup location worldwide.

Step 2: Company Registration Filed
We register your Estonian OÜ through the e-Business Register. Registration is fully digital and typically completed within 1-2 working days.

Step 3: Receive Your Legal Company Package
Receive your complete legal company package, including registration certificate, registry code, and full digital access to manage your company.

Requirements

e-Residency Card – Required for company management (we guide you through the application)

Passport – Clear copy of your valid passport for e-Residency application

Proof of Address – Recent utility bill or bank statement

Proposed Company Name – Your preferred company name for registration

Business Description – Brief description of planned business activities

Share Capital – Minimum EUR 2,500 for OÜ (can be deferred for up to 10 years)

What's Included

e-Residency application guidance – Full support through the e-Residency process

Company formation and legal registration – OÜ registration with the e-Business Register

Articles of Association drafting and filing – Prepared in Estonian and English

Registered office address – 1 year included (legal requirement)

Contact person service – 1 year included (legal requirement for non-resident directors)

Tax Board registration – Registration with Estonian Tax and Customs Board

Digital management setup – Configuration for fully remote company operation

Timeline

Milestone	Timeframe
e-Residency application	3-8 weeks (if not already held)
e-Residency card pickup	At nearest pickup location worldwide
Company registration complete	1-2 business days
Travel to Estonia	Not required

Important Notes

No travel required – The entire process is digital. e-Residency cards can be collected at Estonian embassies worldwide.

0% on retained profits – Estonia does not tax undistributed corporate profits. Tax is only triggered when dividends are paid.

22% on distributions – From 2025, distributed profits are taxed at 22% (increased from 20%).

Annual compliance – Annual report filing required. No statutory audit for small companies.

VAT – Standard rate is 22%. Registration required if annual turnover exceeds EUR 40,000.

Contact person – Non-resident directors must appoint a contact person in Estonia (included in our service).

Renewal – Click here to renew your company

Optional Add-Ons:

Form your Estonian OÜ with confidence. 0% tax on retained profits, full e-Residency support, and 100% digital management.

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€3,500

Includes everything listed above.

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