Holding Company in Estonia: Tax Advantages of an Estonian OÜ
How an Estonian OÜ works as a holding company: participation exemption on dividends, untaxed exit proceeds, 0% withholding tax and 66 tax treaties.
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Dividends in Estonia: Taxation and Profit Distribution
A practical guide to dividend taxation and profit distribution in Estonia: the 22/78 corporate tax, distributable profit, declarations, non-resident shareholders and double taxation.
Taxes for an Estonian Company (OÜ) Explained Simply: A Beginner’s Overview
Lawyer Ilya Nikiforov walks first-time founders through the Estonian tax system in plain English: the famous 0% tax on retained profits, dividend taxation, VAT, payroll taxes and the monthly routine of running an OÜ.
Asset Tokenization in 2026: Why an Estonian Company Is a Practical Vehicle for Digital Asset Projects
How the tokenisation of companies, real estate and other assets works in 2026, and why Estonia—with its digital infrastructure, e-Residency and MiCA regulation—is a convenient jurisdiction for such projects.
Opening a Company in Estonia in 2026: The Most Important Tax and Regulatory Changes
The most important tax, company formation, VAT, reporting and compliance changes affecting businesses in Estonia as of August 2026.
Where to Incorporate: Estonia Compared With the Leading Alternatives
Estonia is the default for non-resident, EU-facing founders who reinvest profit — but not for everyone. Compare it side by side with every major jurisdiction and see which one fits your business.
Estonia vs Germany for Business: OÜ or GmbH?
Germany’s GmbH costs €25,000, a notary and roughly 30% tax on profit — even profit that never reaches the shareholder. An Estonian OÜ is registered online and taxed only on distribution. When is each the right choice?
Eesti Firma OÜ — Licensed Trust and Company Service Provider in Estonia (FIU000144)
Eesti Firma OÜ holds an official Estonian activity licence (FIU000144) as a trust and company service provider, supervised by the Financial Intelligence Unit. Here we explain what the licence covers, the law behind it, the services it lets us provide lawfully, and what it means for you.
Estonia or Portugal: Where to Live, and Where to Keep the Company
Portugal can be attractive for relocation and lifestyle, while Estonia may be more practical for founders who need a remotely managed EU company for international business.
Estonia or Hong Kong: Where Does Zero Corporate Tax Actually Work?
Estonia and Hong Kong both work for international business, but they serve different goals. Estonia is often stronger for EU-facing digital companies, while Hong Kong is better suited for Asia trade, sourcing, and APAC expansion.