Company formation & management services

Address service: This service provides you with a physical business address in Estonia. It allows your company to have a professional business address for official purposes, like registration and mail handling (receiving and forwarding), even if you don’t physically operate from that location.

Contact person service: This service involves appointing a contact person who serves as a point of contact between your company and the authorities. In some cases it’s mandatory by law in Estonia. The contact person’s role is to receive official documents and notices on behalf of your company and forward them to you promptly.

Virtual office service: A virtual office service combines both address and contact person services along with additional features. In addition to a business address and contact person, it includes phone answering and forwarding.

Estonian e-residency is a digital identity program offered by the government of Estonia. It enables individuals from around the world to access various online services and conduct business activities in Estonia without physically residing in the country.

E-residents receive a government-issued digital ID card, allowing them to sign documents electronically, establish and manage companies, access online banking, and use other digital services.

The e-residency program helps to solve several challenges, including:

1. Access to international markets: One of the primary challenges faced by many entrepreneurs and business owners is the difficulty of accessing international markets. The e-residency program provides a secure and convenient way for entrepreneurs to establish and operate an Estonian company remotely, which can help them access new markets and expand their business globally.
2. Remote business management: Another challenge faced by many entrepreneurs is the difficulty of managing a business remotely. The e-residency program provides access to a range of digital tools and services that make it easier to manage a business from anywhere in the world, without the need for a physical presence in Estonia.
3. Reducing bureaucracy: The e-residency program simplifies the process of establishing and operating a company in Estonia, reducing bureaucracy and streamlining the process for entrepreneurs.
4. Improving financial services: The e-residency program provides access to a range of financial services, including online banking and payment processing, which can help entrepreneurs manage their finances more efficiently and securely.
5. Enhancing security: The e-residency program uses advanced security measures, including two-factor authentication and digital signatures, to protect the identity and data of e-residents, making it a safe and secure way to conduct business online.

To establish an Estonian company using Estonian e-residency, a foreign citizen must meet the following conditions:

1. Be at least 18 years old: The e-residency program is only available to individuals who are at least 18 years old.
2. Pass a background check: All applicants must undergo a background check as part of the application process.
3. Obtain an Estonian digital ID card: Applicants must obtain an Estonian digital ID card, which is used to access Estonia’s digital services, including establishing and operating an Estonian company.
4. Choose a legal form for the company: Applicants must choose a legal form for their company, such as a private limited company (OÜ) or a sole proprietorship (FIE).
5. Register the company: Applicants must register their company with the Estonian Business Register and obtain a registration number.
6. Have a business address in Estonia: Applicants must have a business address in Estonia, which can be a virtual office or a physical office space.

Once these conditions are met, the foreign citizen can establish and operate an Estonian company remotely using Estonian e-residency.

Legal compliance: Legal compliance refers to adhering to all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to statutes, and other legal requirements.

It encompasses a broader spectrum of rules and obligations, which may include contracts, intellectual property laws, employment laws, and more. Legal compliance ensures that a company operates within the boundaries of the entire legal framework.

Regulatory compliance: Regulatory compliance, on the other hand, specifically pertains to adhering to government-imposed rules and regulations that are set forth by regulatory authorities. These regulations are typically industry-specific and govern certain aspects of a business, such as financial services, healthcare, or environmental standards.

Regulatory compliance focuses on ensuring that a company meets the specific requirements set by regulatory agencies within its industry.

Remote authentication in Estonia allows notarial acts to be conducted via a video connection between the notary and the customer, equivalent to in-person authentication. It is optional and at the discretion of the notary.

Transactions can occur at a suitable location, such as at home or in Estonian embassies in specific cities. To use remote authentication, contact a notary’s office or use the self-service portal with various ID methods. The process involves scheduling, confirmation, identity verification, document review, signing, and notary finalization. The fee for remote authentication is 24 euros, including VAT.