Helvetios provides independent consulting and support for entrepreneurs worldwide.
- Expert advisory on company setup procedures
- Corporate tax advantages available
- No residence requirements for shareholders/directors
- Minimum share capital from €0.01
Trusted by over 1,200+ entrepreneurs globally.
Why Estonia Works for Entrepreneurs
Estonia is a great choice for starting a company — but the real advantage depends on your situation.
For EU entrepreneurs (e.g. Germany, France, Spain):
Lower admin burden, favorable taxation on reinvested profits.
For freelancers & digital nomads
Manage everything remotely with e-Residency, no need for local office.
For SaaS & online businesses
Quick EU VAT registration and access to fintech solutions like Wise or Revolut.
For investors & growth companies
Transparent legal framework, shareholder protection, and EU market access.
👉 Our consultants help you match Estonia’s advantages to your business model, so you know exactly what fits your case.
Four ways to Open a Company in Estonia
Helvetios provides advisory support for multiple formation routes, depending on your location and preferences:
Business setup services for Estonian e-Residents.
- Expert support with company setup via Digital ID card
- Documentation review and preparation services
- Assistance with banking arrangements, account setup
- Guidance on tax compliance procedures
🚀 Not sure which method is best for you?
Contact our expert team for a professional advice
Types of Estonian Companies
Helvetios helps you set up and run all of the following types of company.
Sole Proprietorship (FIE)
Perfect for freelancers and individual service providers
Simplest business structure in Estonia
Owner has unlimited personal liability
Streamlined tax obligations and bookkeeping requirements
Ideal for: consultants, freelancers, small service businesses
No minimum capital requirement
OÜ (Limited Liability Company)
Most popular choice for small and medium businesses
Minimum share capital: €0.01
Limited liability protection
Suitable for: trading, services, e-commerce
Tax: 0% on retained profits, 25% on distributions
AS (Public Limited Company)
For larger businesses and investment projects
Minimum share capital: €25,000
Can issue shares publicly
Suitable for: large-scale operations, attracting investors
More complex reporting requirements
General & Limited Partnerships (TÜ & UÜ)
For collaborative business ventures with multiple partners
General Partnership (TÜ): All partners share equal responsibility and liability
Limited Partnership (UÜ): Combines active partners with silent investors
Partners can contribute capital, expertise, or resources
Suitable for: professional services, joint ventures, investment projects
Helvetios Your Trusted Advisor in Estonia!
Helvetios is an independent consulting firm helping entrepreneurs worldwide establish and manage their companies in Estonia with confidence.
Fast and seamless company setup in Estonia — fully remote.
Legal address and contact person in full compliance.
Reliable accounting, tax reports, and annual filings.
Legal and tax support to keep your Estonian company compliant.
Estonian Company Formation Packages
Online
by e-residency card-
Assistance in company formation
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Contact person for 1 year
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Virtual office/legal address for 1 year
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Government fee
Fully Remote
by Power of Attorney-
Remote POA Certification
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Assistance in company formation
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Representation of a participant by the Power of Attorney
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Contact person for 1 year
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Virtual office/legal address for 1 year
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Notarial fee
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Government fee
Personal
by visit to notary office-
Assistance in company formation
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Contact person for 1 year
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Virtual office/legal address for 1 year
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Notarial fee
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Government fee
Why Choose Helvetios?
Helvetios is your trusted consultant to legally set up a company abroad,
optimize costs, and reduce taxes with smart business guidance.
Established business consulting firm with over a decade of successful international company formations and ongoing business support across multiple jurisdictions.
From company formation to accounting, tax filing, banking assistance, and ongoing compliance, we provide comprehensive guidance on every stage of your operations.
Leverage Estonia’s world-leading digital business infrastructure for efficient, fully remote company management and EU market access.
With Helvetios as your consulting partner, you’re not just forming a company – you’re establishing a foundation for long-term international business success.
Our comprehensive approach means you can focus on growing your business while we handle the complexities of Estonian corporate compliance, accounting, and administrative requirements.
Let our 15+ years of experience work for you.
Question & Answer
Yes, if you meet these requirements:
- No residency requirement - you can live anywhere in the world
- Minimum age: 18 years old
- Clean criminal record (for certain business activities)
- Minimum share capital: €0.01 (though €2,500 recommended for banking)
- Valid ID document from any country
Estonia offers unique advantages:
- 0% corporate income tax until profits are distributed
- 100% digital infrastructure - manage everything online
- EU market access - sell to 500+ million consumers
- Fast setup - company ready in hours
- Banking access - open accounts with major EU banks
- No physical presence required - run business remotely
Yes. Estonia allows anyone, including non-residents, to establish and manage a company. With e-Residency, you can handle the process entirely online.
The timeframe depends on your chosen method:
- E-Residency (Online): 1-24 hours after submitting documents
- Power of Attorney: 3-5 business days
- Personal Visit: Same day (within 2-3 hours)
- Shelf Company: Immediate transfer (same day)
No, this is not required. Foreign founders can serve as directors and shareholders. However, every company must have a local legal address, and if none of the management board members are residents, a licensed contact person in Estonia is mandatory.
No corporate income tax on profits kept or reinvested in the company
20% tax (22/78) only when distributing profits as dividends
A fully digital, transparent, and straightforward tax system
Not necessarily. A registered legal address is required, but most entrepreneurs use virtual office services instead of renting a physical space.
Your company can open an account with local banks or global fintech solutions like Wise, Revolut, or Payoneer. The choice depends on your business model, clients, and transaction volumes.
The law allows starting with as little as €0.01. However, setting the share capital at €2,500 is common, as it strengthens credibility with banks and partners.
Yes. Every company must submit an annual report to the Business Register by June 30 of the following year. Working with a professional accountant such as Helvetios is recommended to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Absolutely. You can hire local employees in Estonia or remote workers worldwide, provided you follow proper tax and labor compliance rules.
Helvetios provides end-to-end assistance — from preparing all documentation and offering a legal address to guiding you through tax setup and ongoing compliance.
Start by contacting the Helvetios team. We’ll review your business idea, suggest the right company structure, and handle the entire setup process with you.
While not strictly required, e-Residency makes everything easier — from registering your company online to managing banking, contracts, and tax filings remotely.
Yes. Thanks to Estonia’s digital business ecosystem, you can manage your company from anywhere — signing contracts, submitting reports, and handling finances 100% online.
You must register for VAT once your annual taxable turnover exceeds €40,000. Voluntary VAT registration is also available for businesses that want to claim VAT refunds on expenses.
Besides filing annual reports, you must maintain proper accounting records and submit monthly VAT reports if your company is VAT-registered. Partnering with an accountant or service provider helps you stay compliant effortlessly.
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