Digital route
I have e-Residency and want online formation
Use this route if the founder or founders can sign digitally and want Address in Estonia by Dalanta to support the setup package.
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Estonia Company Formation for e-Residents and Remote Founders
Registering an Estonian OÜ is usually a digital process, but the right setup depends on who owns the company, who manages it, whether all founders can sign digitally, and whether a legal address and contact person are required. Address in Estonia by Dalanta helps founders choose the practical route and keep the Estonia-side setup clear from the beginning.
Licensed provider FIU licence FIU000248
Legal entity Dalanta OÜ, registry code 14330221
Public brand Address in Estonia by Dalanta
Provider location Pärnu mnt 105, Tallinn, Estonia
Quick answer
How does Estonia company formation work?
Estonia company formation usually means registering an OÜ in the e-Business Register, paying the state fee, signing the petition digitally or through a notary route, and adding a legal address and contact person where required. A single-founder company is usually simpler. A multi-shareholder OÜ needs clearer decisions about ownership percentages, board roles, signing ability, and share capital before registration.
Choose your route
Choose the right Estonia company formation route
The right route depends on whether you already have e-Residency, whether every founder can sign digitally, how many shareholders the company will have, and whether you need only company formation or also legal address and contact person service.
Notary route
I need a notary-based formation route
Use this route when the digital route is not suitable, a founder cannot sign digitally, or the ownership setup needs more coordination.
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I already have a company
If your OÜ already exists, you may only need legal address and licensed contact person service rather than full company formation.
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I need banking or accounting next
After registration, most founders need to plan banking, bookkeeping, VAT/EORI, and annual report obligations.
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Standard e-Residency online formation steps
This is the typical sequence for a straightforward online OÜ registration. Exact steps can vary depending on the founder, ownership structure, Business Register requirements, and whether additional review is needed.
Confirm shareholders and board members
Decide who will own the company and who will represent it as board member or board members.
Decide share capital and ownership split
Choose the share capital amount and, if there is more than one shareholder, the percentage split.
Choose legal address and contact person service
Foreign-managed Estonian companies often need a legal address and licensed contact person service in Estonia.
Prepare company name and activity field
Choose the company name and planned business activity before starting the registration petition.
Submit the registration application
Complete the application in the e-Business Register or use the relevant notary route if digital formation is not suitable.
Pay the state fee
The public OÜ incorporation state fee is EUR 265.
Sign digitally
Use your e-Residency digital ID to sign if the online route applies and all required signers can sign digitally.
Wait for the registration decision
The register reviews the application. Do not present registration as guaranteed until the register confirms it.
Set up banking, accounting, VAT or EORI if needed
After registration, plan operational setup before invoices, VAT-sensitive activity, customs activity, or reporting deadlines become urgent.
Costs
Estonia company formation costs and service options
Founders should separate Estonian state fees from Address in Estonia by Dalanta service fees. VAT treatment can depend on customer location and VAT status, so the examples below are for orientation.
| Cost item | Visible amount | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Public OÜ incorporation state fee | EUR 265 | State fee for registering a private limited company where the public OÜ route applies. |
| 1-year legal address + contact person package | EUR 124 + VAT | Address in Estonia by Dalanta legal address and licensed contact person service for one year. |
| 5-year legal address + contact person package | EUR 545 + VAT | Longer-term Address in Estonia by Dalanta package with fewer renewals. |
| Accounting, VAT, EORI, annual report | Quoted or ordered separately | Operational and compliance work after registration, depending on activity and company needs. |
Legal address
Legal address and contact person in company formation
An Estonian company needs a registered address. If the board is located outside Estonia, a licensed contact person may also be required. Address in Estonia by Dalanta provides legal address and licensed contact person service for Estonian companies.
The legal provider is Dalanta OÜ. Provider and contact person details must be entered carefully in the Business Register when required. The exact legal address instructions for your company setup are confirmed during onboarding and should match the service instructions you receive.
Provider details to show on the page
- Public brand: Address in Estonia by Dalanta
- Legal provider: Dalanta OÜ
- Registry code: 14330221
- FIU licence: FIU000248
- Provider address: Pärnu mnt 105, Tallinn, 11312, Estonia
- Email: info@addressinestonia.com
- Phone: +372 5336 3502
Notary route
When a notary route may be better
The e-Residency online route is often convenient, but it is not the only route. A notary-based formation route may be worth reviewing if not all founders can sign digitally, if a power of attorney is involved, or if the ownership structure needs more careful coordination.
Not all founders can sign digitally
If one founder cannot sign with an accepted digital ID, the online process may not be the best fit.
Ownership is more complex
Multi-shareholder companies should avoid rushed filings where ownership or board roles are unclear.
Power of attorney is involved
If someone signs or acts for another person, the process should be checked carefully before proceeding.
After registration
What happens after the company is registered?
Registration is the start of the company, not the end of the setup. Once the OÜ is registered, founders usually need to confirm accounting, banking, tax, VAT/EORI, and annual report responsibilities.
Business bank account
Compare banking and fintech options for your Estonian OÜ.
Banking guideMonthly accounting
Plan bookkeeping before transactions, VAT, payroll, or reporting becomes urgent.
Accounting guideShare capital
Understand share capital contribution rules and practical timing.
Share capital guideAnnual report
Every Estonian company must pay attention to annual reporting duties.
Annual report guideProvider facts
About Address in Estonia by Dalanta
Address in Estonia by Dalanta is the public service brand for legal address, licensed contact person, virtual office, and Estonian company support services. The legal provider behind the service is Dalanta OÜ.
Legal provider
- Dalanta OÜ
- Registry code 14330221
- FIU licence FIU000248
- Pärnu mnt 105, Tallinn, 11312, Estonia
FAQ
Estonia company formation FAQ
Can an Estonian OÜ have more than one shareholder?
Yes. An Estonian OÜ can have multiple shareholders. Before registration, agree the ownership percentages, share capital, board roles, and signing process.
Do shareholders and board members need to be the same people?
No. Shareholders own the company, while board members manage and represent it. In simple founder-owned companies, the same person may be both, but this is not required in every setup.
Do all shareholders need e-Residency?
Not always, but digital signing ability matters for the online process. If a required signer cannot sign digitally, a notary route may need to be considered.
Does an Estonian company need a legal address?
Yes. An Estonian company needs a registered address. If the board is outside Estonia, a licensed contact person may also be required.
What is the public OÜ incorporation state fee?
The public OÜ incorporation state fee shown on this page is EUR 265. Service fees, VAT, notary costs, accounting, and other support can be separate.
Who is the legal provider behind Address in Estonia by Dalanta?
The legal provider is Dalanta OÜ, registry code 14330221, FIU licence FIU000248, located at Pärnu mnt 105, Tallinn, 11312, Estonia.
Next step
Ready to set up your Estonian company with Address in Estonia by Dalanta?
If you already have an active e-Residency card and want the digital route, use the company formation package. If you mainly need legal address and contact person service, compare the 1-year and 5-year package options before ordering.