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ŞirketOn
DIGITAL EU ENTRY

in Estonia Company Formation Consulting

Form an Estonian OÜ entirely online with e-Residency. ŞirketOn coordinates the end-to-end process via partner local advisors.

Estonia flag
OÜ formation consulting
e-Residency process coordination
EU market
Timing
5-7 days
Tax
0% retained

The company formation process in Estonia

Estonia is the world’s first digital republic. With the e-Residency program you can initiate OÜ (Osaühing — LLC) formation entirely online, without ever visiting Estonia. ŞirketOn coordinates this via our partner local advisors with everything signed digitally.

Who can incorporate in Estonia?

Anyone whose e-Residency application is approved can form an OÜ. The process is quite simple for Turkish nationals. Note: owning an OÜ does not grant Estonian residency.

ADVANTAGES

Advantages of incorporating in Estonia

100% digital process, 0% retained earnings tax, digital EU market access, and a transparent legal framework.

01

0% on Retained Earnings

Pay no tax until you distribute profit; 20% only on distribution.

02

100% Digital

Everything online: formation, filing, banking, contract signing.

03

EU Market

Estonia is an EU member; full intra-EU trade benefits apply.

04

Fast Setup

With e-Residency, your company is live in 5-7 days.

05

Low Operating Cost

€200-500 annual maintenance — among the most affordable EU jurisdictions.

What company types can you form in Estonia?

Company Type Min. Capital Liability Best For Key Feature
OÜ (Osaühing) €2,500* Limited to share General founders Most common, flexible
AS (Aktsiaselts) €25,000 Limited to share Large-scale firms Share transfers, IPO-ready
FIE None Unlimited Solo freelancer Single person, no liability shield
MTÜ (Non-Profit) None Limited Non-profit orgs Social-impact projects
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Documents required for formation

e-Residency application
Apply for a digital identity card from the Estonian government.
Passport copy
Colour copy of valid passport.
Company name
Verified available in the Estonian trade registry.
Activity declaration (EMTAK code)
Official sector code for your scope.
Legal address
Registered address in Estonia (virtual address suffices).
Capital declaration
Commitment to pay the required formation capital.
PROCESS

How the process works in Estonia

1

Apply for e-Residency; the card is delivered to the Estonian consulate in Turkey within 4-8 weeks.

2

With your digital ID, register the company on the e-Business Register portal. Our partner local advisor drafts the articles of association, which are signed digitally.

3

The company is registered and assigned a tax number. Set up online banking via Wise, Payoneer, or similar.

How long does it take?

e-Residency card delivery 4-8 weeks. OÜ formation 1-2 business days after that. Bank account 3-7 days.

COST

Cost of forming an Estonian company

Total: e-Residency fee €100-120, formation and registry €190-265, annual digital address €100-300. Annual maintenance €500-1,000. ŞirketOn package covers consulting + process coordination.

Begin your Estonian company formation with ŞirketOn

e-Residency, OÜ formation, tax registration, and digital accounting — all in one package.

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FAQ

About forming a company in Estonia

What is e-Residency?

A digital identity program from the Estonian government. e-Residents can form, run, and digitally sign for Estonian companies without being physically present.

Does it grant residency or citizenship?

No. e-Residency is purely a digital identity — no visa, citizenship, or residency rights.

How is income taxed in Estonia?

Estonia has 0% tax on retained earnings. You pay 20% only when distributing profit. As a Turkey resident, watch your income side carefully.

Can I open an Estonian bank account?

Estonian banks offer limited access. Usually Wise Business, Payoneer, or Revolut Business are recommended.

Does ŞirketOn file the official applications?

No. e-Residency, trade-registry, and tax filings are handled by our partner local advisors. ŞirketOn provides process coordination and digital tracking.

Do I owe Turkish VAT?

If you sell in Estonia, you owe local VAT. Your Turkey residency may also trigger income tax there.