Consulting agency · Tallinn, Estonia
Company registration in Estonia & e-Residency support
Register your Estonian OÜ remotely, in person or by proxy, apply for e-Residency or a residence permit, and keep your accounting compliant.
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About Consultatio
Consultatio is a consulting agency based in Tallinn, Estonia, providing professional business and legal support services to individuals and companies from the EU and beyond.
We assist entrepreneurs and private clients in establishing and managing businesses in Estonia — including company registration and acquisition of ready-made companies. We also guide individuals through the Estonian residency and e-Residency application process, ensuring all documentation is prepared correctly and submitted on time.
Our goal is straightforward: to make doing business in Estonia simple, transparent, and fully compliant with local regulations — whether you are relocating, expanding into the Estonian market, or structuring your operations within the EU.
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Everything you need to start and run a business in Estonia.
Company registration in Estonia
We handle the full process of preparing and registering a new company in Estonia, guiding you through every step from choosing the right legal structure to submitting documents to the Estonian Business Register.
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Estonian residence permit & e-Residency
We guide individuals through the Estonian residency and e-Residency application process, preparing and reviewing all required documentation to ensure a smooth and successful submission.
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Accounting services in Estonia
We provide professional bookkeeping, tax calculation, financial reporting, and VAT return preparation for businesses of all sizes registered in Estonia — all handled accurately and on time.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I register a company in Estonia as a non-resident?
Yes. You can register an Estonian OÜ (private limited company) remotely with an Estonian e-Residency card, in person during a visit to Estonia, or by proxy — we handle the full process on your behalf without your physical presence.
What is Estonian e-Residency?
Estonian e-Residency is a digital identity that lets non-residents register and run an Estonian company, sign documents digitally, manage banking and file taxes online. It does not give the right to live in or enter Estonia.
Do you help with the e-Residency application?
Yes. We prepare and submit e-Residency applications and set up and manage your Estonian company once the card is issued.
Who needs an Estonian residence permit?
Non-EU nationals need a temporary residence permit from the Estonian Police and Border Guard Board, usually issued for one to five years — for example for family, marriage, employment, business or studies. EU citizens can establish residency by registering a place of residence.
Can you provide a registered address and a VAT number?
Yes. We provide a virtual office with a legal registered address in Tallinn, including mail handling and forwarding, and help you apply for VAT payer status with the Estonian Tax and Customs Board.
Do you offer accounting for Estonian companies?
Yes — bookkeeping and tax accounting, payroll, financial statements, tax returns and VAT, and representation before the Estonian Tax and Customs Board. We work in English, Latvian and Russian.
How long does it take to register a company in Estonia?
Once you hold an e-Residency card, the Estonian OÜ is usually registered within one to three business days. The e-Residency card itself takes roughly four to eight weeks, as it is issued by the Estonian authorities after a background check.
How much share capital does an Estonian OÜ need?
An OÜ is a private limited company. The share capital can be set at a modest amount and contributed when the company is formed; it belongs to the company and is used in its activity. A larger capital may be relevant later for certain purposes, such as a business residence permit.
Do I need to travel to Estonia to open a company?
No. With an e-Residency card the whole registration is completed online, and we can also register the company by proxy. Remember that e-Residency is not a visa and gives no right to enter or live in Estonia.
Does owning an Estonian company give me the right to live in Estonia?
No. Company ownership by itself gives no residence rights. Living in Estonia requires a separate residence permit; the business-based permit has its own conditions — a genuinely operating company, a qualifying investment and the annual immigration quota — and is decided by the Police and Border Guard Board.
When does my Estonian company need a VAT number?
VAT registration becomes mandatory once taxable turnover in Estonia reaches the registration threshold, and it can also be done voluntarily earlier. We help you apply for VAT payer status and, for cross-border trade, an EORI number.
Does a company with no activity still need accounting?
Yes. Even a dormant Estonian company must submit its periodic tax returns as nil returns and file an annual report once a year. We can keep a nil-activity company compliant.