COREDO > Legal Services and Protection in Estonia

Legal Services and Protection in Estonia

Introduction: Doing Business in Estonia

Estonia is one of the most digital and transparent jurisdictions in Europe, known for its e-Residency program and advanced fintech infrastructure. The country allows foreign entrepreneurs to remotely register and manage companies using digital identification and fully online government services.

COREDO has been supporting businesses in Estonia — from company formation and corporate structuring to licensing and regulatory engagement.

Get a Consultation

Cost of the services
from 500 EUR

Business Environment in Estonia

Taxation

Estonia does not tax retained and reinvested corporate profits. Tax arises only upon profit distribution as dividends, with an effective rate of 22% (22/78 model), increasing to 24% from 2026. A temporary 2% security tax applies from 2026 to 2028. VAT is 24%. Personal income tax is 20% and social tax is 33%.

Licensing

Licensing is sector-based and handled by different authorities. Since 2025, CASP licences under MiCA are issued by EFSA for crypto and financial services. Previous VASP licences remain valid until 1 July 2026. CASP authorisation provides EU-wide passporting. Licences are required after company registration and before starting regulated activities.

Reporting

All companies must submit annual reports electronically within 6 months after the end of the financial year. Reporting is mandatory for all entities. The commercial register is publicly accessible. Foreign-managed companies must appoint a local contact person.

Our Services in Estonia

COREDO offers comprehensive legal support for businesses in Estonia:

Company registration and corporate form selection

analysis of the optimal structure, including OÜ with e-Residency

Development and review of corporate documents

articles of association, shareholder agreements, management regulations

Legal review of contracts

analysis of agreements with counterparties, partners, and employees

Transaction and negotiation support

assistance with M&A, investment rounds, and partnership deals

Representation before government authorities

interaction with the Financial Supervision Authority (EFSA), the commercial register, and tax authorities

Support for regulated companies

assistance with obtaining EMI, SPI, and CASP (MiCA) licences; reissuance of VASP licences; AML compliance

Tax planning and compliance consulting

optimisation within the Estonian distributed profit taxation system

Legislative change monitoring

tracking developments in Estonian tax, corporate, and financial law

Who Our Services Are For

Foreign companies operating in Estonia or using it as a gateway to the EU market

Non-residents with assets, accounts, or operations in the Estonian jurisdiction

Companies registered through e-Residency that require legal support

Financial and payment companies (EMI, SPI, PSP) seeking a licence in Estonia

Crypto-asset companies transitioning from the VASP regime to CASP/MiCA

Fintech and IT startups launching through the Estonian jurisdiction

International groups requiring a corporate structure with an EU passport

How We Work

Initial consultation

we analyse the client’s situation, identify legal risks and objectives

01

Legal audit

we review corporate documents, contracts, and the company’s regulatory status

02

Strategy development

we propose specific solutions taking into account the requirements of Estonian law and MiCA

03

Legal support

preparation of documents, conducting negotiations, engagement with regulators

04

Ongoing support and monitoring

tracking legislative changes, notifying the client of significant updates

05

Timelines

Service	Estimated Timeline
Legal Opinion	~1 week
One-off consultation (up to 5 hours)	1–2 business days
Legal Outsourcing launch	3–5 business days
Contract documentation	5–10 business days

Timelines may vary depending on the complexity of the task and the volume of materials provided.

Service Pricing

Service	Price
Legal Opinion	from EUR 500
Legal Outsourcing — 5 hours	EUR 550 (EUR 110/hour)
Legal Outsourcing — 10 hours	EUR 1,000 (EUR 100/hour)
Legal Outsourcing — 20 hours	EUR 1,800 (EUR 90/hour)
Legal Outsourcing — 40 hours	EUR 3,200 (EUR 80/hour)
Legal Outsourcing — 80 hours	EUR 5,600 (EUR 70/hour)
Legal Outsourcing — 160 hours	EUR 9,600 (EUR 60/hour)

One-off rates (without a package):

Basic (up to 5 hours): EUR 130/hour
Standard (20+ hours): EUR 100/hour
Premium (80+ hours): EUR 80/hour

Pricing depends on the complexity of the task. Submit a request for a quote.

Our Experts

Pavel Kos

Has been leading the COREDO legal team since 2020. With the company since June 2017. Specialises in corporate law, financial regulation, and transaction support.

Basang Ungunov

Lawyer with expertise in civil law (LLM Civil Law). With COREDO since June 2022. Handles contract work, Legal Opinions, and client representation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does legal protection for businesses in Estonia include?

Legal protection covers corporate support, contract drafting and review, representation before government authorities and courts, assistance with licence acquisition (EMI, CASP/MiCA), AML compliance, and monitoring of legislative changes.

Is a personal visit required to work with COREDO?

No. All services are provided remotely. Estonia enables fully digital document management through e-Residency and electronic signatures, allowing us to support clients from anywhere in the world.

How much does legal support for a business in Estonia cost?

Legal Opinion — from EUR 500. Legal Outsourcing packages — from EUR 550 (5 hours) to EUR 9,600 (160 hours). One-off rates range from EUR 80 to EUR 130/hour depending on volume. Pricing depends on the complexity of the task.

How quickly can COREDO start working?

Legal outsourcing support is launched within 3–5 business days. A Legal Opinion is prepared within a standard timeframe of approximately 1 week.

Can COREDO represent a company before EFSA and other Estonian regulators?

Yes. We engage with the Financial Supervision Authority (Finantsinspektsioon), tax authorities (EMTA), the commercial register, and other agencies on behalf of clients.

Does COREDO work with EMI, PSP, and CASP companies in Estonia?

Yes. We have experience supporting licensed financial companies — EMI, SPI, PSP — as well as crypto-asset companies transitioning from the VASP regime to CASP/MiCA. An Estonian CASP licence grants the right to operate across all 27 EU countries.

Get Legal Support in Estonia

Our experts are ready to help. Submit a request — we will get in touch within 1 business day.