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Company formation in Estonia

Company formation in Estonia, explained against the e-Business Register: which entity type fits, the documents the registrar wants, share capital and

The route, end to endOÜ · 1 day
1
Get e-ResidencyApply online, collect the card.
2
Choose address and contactService provider in Estonia.
3
Register the OÜCompany Registration Portal, about a day.
4
Register for VAT if neededAbove €40,000 turnover.
5
Open an accountEMI or Estonian bank.
Common entity
OÜ
Setup time
1 day
Government fee
€265
Corporate tax
0% / 22%
Local terms · company formation
Currency · EURTime · UTC+2Capital · Tallinn
OÜ
Private limited company.
Contact person
Local representative for abroad boards.
Registry code
The company's identifier.
Company formation in Estonia
Estonia · Company formation

Quick answer

Updated 20 May 2026 · Corpy Editorial

An Estonian OÜ can be registered online in about a day once you have an e-Residency card. State fees start around €265, and an abroad-managed company needs a local contact person.

From e-Residency to a live OÜ

  1. Step 1 · WeeksApply for e-ResidencyOnline application and background check.
  2. Step 2 · In personCollect the cardAt an embassy or pickup point abroad.
  3. Step 3 · 1 dayRegister the OÜThrough the Company Registration Portal.
  4. Step 4 · OngoingAppoint a contact personNeeded when management is outside Estonia.

Estonia is where you can found an EU company without ever visiting, using an e-Residency card and a laptop.

The OÜ is the standard entity, registered online in about a day, with a local contact person required when the board is abroad.

Covered here: e-Residency, registration steps, share capital and the first filings.

Company formation guides

5 guides
01
How to Register a Company in Estonia as a Non-Resident in 2026: e-Residency OÜ Guide
Estonia's e-Residency program lets any non-EU citizen incorporate and run a fully digital EU company online. Our complete 2026 guide covers the e-Residency application, OÜ formation, banking options, tax structure and real annual costs.
May 20, 202611 min
02
Starting a Business in Estonia: Cost Breakdown 2026
Detailed cost analysis for launching a business in Estonia in 2026, including fees for registration, accounting and various service providers.
Mar 17, 202614 min
03
Company Formation in Estonia for Indian Citizens
Formation of an Estonia OU open to Indian citizens through e-Residency in 2026 comes with guidance on tax implications and banking hurdles.
Mar 17, 202622 min
04
E-Residency in Estonia: Digital Company Formation Guide
This 2026 guide covers Estonia's e-Residency program comprehensively, including application mechanics and strategies for forming a digital company.
Mar 17, 202615 min
05
Registering a Company in Estonia: Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-step instructions for registering a company in Estonia in 2026, including digital ID requirements and Business Register details.
Mar 17, 202614 min

Editor's note

Registration takes a day once you hold the e-Residency card; getting the card is the slow part.

Where founders slip

No contact personWithout a local contact person or service provider the register will not accept an abroad-managed OÜ.
Assuming e-Residency is residencyIt gives a digital ID, not the right to live in Estonia.

Company formation in Estonia: common questions

Do I need to visit Estonia?

No. Registration, signing and filings are all online with an e-Residency card.

What is the minimum share capital?

€0.01 since 2023.

Do I need a local address?

Yes, a registered address in Estonia, usually from a service provider.

Primary sources

  1. 01e-Business Registerariregister.rik.ee ↗
  2. 02e-Residencye-resident.gov.ee ↗
  3. 03Company Registration Portalariregister.rik.ee ↗