Form a Company in Estonia, Europe
Register an Estonian OÜ without leaving your country. No residency required and just €1 minimum capital — a fully digital process, with your state fee, registered business address and contact person handled from day one.
Private Limited (OÜ)
Fast e-Business Register filing and a complete incorporation document package.
Full Compliance
Contact person, registered address and annual report all taken care of.
0% on Reinvested Profit
No corporate income tax until you distribute profits as dividends.
EU & Fully Digital
An EU company you can form and run online from anywhere, 100% foreign-owned.
Why Form Your Company in Estonia?
Estonia offers one of the most digital, business-friendly environments in the EU, making it a preferred base for both local and international entrepreneurs.
Limited Liability Protection
An Estonian OÜ is a separate legal entity. Shareholders are not liable for company debts beyond their share capital, keeping personal assets protected.
Full Foreign Ownership
A foreigner can fully own and manage an Estonian company — no citizenship or residency required. You just need a registered address and contact person, which we provide.
0% Tax on Retained Profit
Estonia charges no corporate income tax on retained and reinvested profits. Tax applies only when profits are distributed as dividends.
Gateway to the EU
A registered Estonian entity gives you a credible EU base with access to the single market, ideal for trading across Europe and serving clients worldwide.
Manage It Fully Remotely
Estonia is built for remote business. With e-Residency you can form, sign and run your company entirely online, without visiting Estonia.
Simple, Low-Cost Setup
The minimum share capital for an OÜ is just €1, so you can incorporate without tying up funds — and formation is a one-time cost.
Estonia OÜ Formation Packages
All-inclusive Estonian company formation pricing — the state fee is included
- Estonian OÜ formation in about 15 minutes
- State fee included in the price
- Business address in Tallinn city centre
- Contact person services
- Self-service online portal access
- Business bank account opening support
- e-Residency application support
- Estonian OÜ formation
- Business address & contact person (1 year)
- Fully online — manage from anywhere
- Self-service online portal access
- Recurring €195/year + VAT thereafter
- Everything in a formation package
- MyAccounting self-service from €35/month
- Create & send sales invoices
- Store all expense documents in one place
- Annual report preparation available
- Expert accounting & legal support on request
All formation plans include the Estonian state fee and your mandatory registered address and contact person for the first year. Address and contact person then continue at €195 per year (or €15 per month). Prices may be subject to VAT — you will receive a full written quote before any engagement.
Estonia Formation Services
Everything you need to form, register, and manage your Estonian company — handled by experienced local specialists.
Company Formation
Form your Estonian OÜ with e-Business Register filing, articles, a full document pack, and online dashboard access.
Contact Person
The local contact person every non-resident company must appoint to receive official correspondence, included in your package.
Registered Address
A registered Estonian business address in Tallinn city centre for all official correspondence and registry requirements.
e-Residency Support
We prepare your e-Residency application and guide you through pickup, so you can sign and manage your company digitally.
Accounting & Reports
Bookkeeping, MyAccounting self-service from €35/month, and annual report preparation handled by local accountants.
Annual Compliance
Annual report filing, VAT and payroll reporting, and beneficial-ownership updates kept current for you.
Business Bank Account
Introductions and support with partners and fintech providers — including Wise and LHV — opened remotely.
Legal Services
Contract law, employment law, company changes and liquidations handled by our team of Estonian lawyers.
How to Form an Estonian Company Online
- 1
Choose Your Service
Choose your package — e-Resident or Non-Resident — and add any optional services like accounting or annual reports.
- 2
Complete Your Order Online
Send your company name, business activities, share structure and director/shareholder details, with online ID verification and KYC.
- 3
We Handle All Filings
Our team prepares your incorporation documents and files your OÜ with the e-Business Register — or via an Estonian notary if you are not yet an e-resident.
- 4
Receive Your Company
Your registered Estonian OÜ and documents are available in your secure online dashboard — typically within 1 to 5 working days.
Private Limited Company (OÜ)
- 0% corporate tax on retained & reinvested profit
- Limited liability protection
- 100% foreign ownership & remote management
- Tax only on distributed dividends
- Minimum share capital just €1
- EU single-market access and credibility
Good to Know
- e-Residency simplifies but is not mandatory
- Notary route available via Power of Attorney
- Registered address & contact person required
- Annual report due within 6 months of year-end
- VAT registration above €40,000 turnover/year
- Dormant companies still file an annual report
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about forming an Estonian company
Do I need to live in Estonia or have a local partner to start? −
No. A foreigner can fully own and manage an Estonian company, with no Estonian citizenship or residency required. What every company must have is a registered Estonian address and a local contact person — both of which we provide, so you keep full control.
How much do I actually pay, and is the state fee on top? +
For e-residents the plan price is what you pay: €315 one-off includes the state fee, a Tallinn business address and contact person services. After the first year, the address and contact person continue at €195 per year, or €15 per month. Prices may be subject to VAT.
Do I need Estonian e-Residency to start a company? +
No. e-Residency is not mandatory, but it significantly simplifies online formation, digital signing and ongoing administration. Without e-Residency, your company can still be formed through an Estonian notary using a Power of Attorney, which we arrange for you.
Can I open a business bank account if I'm not a resident? +
In many cases, yes. Fintech and e-money institutions such as Wise often allow remote onboarding, and partners like LHV serve Estonian companies. Traditional banks have become more selective with non-resident accounts and may require demonstrable ties to Estonia — we help you prepare either way.
How much corporate tax will my company really pay? +
Estonia charges 0% corporate income tax on retained and reinvested profits. Corporate tax is paid only when profits are distributed as dividends, which makes Estonia attractive for growth-focused businesses. VAT applies if your turnover exceeds €40,000 in a calendar year.
What has to happen every year once I'm set up? +
Every Estonian company submits an annual report within 6 months of its financial year-end, even if it was dormant. If VAT registered, you file monthly VAT returns by the 20th and payroll taxes by the 10th. Our packages bundle the contact person and registered address so the essentials stay covered.
Which company type should I choose? +
For most founders, a Private Limited Company (OÜ): it offers limited liability, flexible ownership and a minimum share capital of just €1, and is well suited to international founders, startups and online businesses.
How long does it take and can I do it from abroad? +
With an e-Residency card, completing the formation online takes about 15 minutes and registration usually completes in 1 to 5 working days. The whole process is handled online and the company can be managed remotely.
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