starting a company in estonia vs...
Estonia's low running costs, EU market access and e-Residency programme give you everything you need to start and grow a successful business. Find out where is the best country to register a business and how Estonia compares.
Where is the best country to register a business?
Are you considering starting a company and wondering where to begin? With detailed information on factors such as costs, time to open a business and taxation, our comparisons provide insight into which country is the best fit for your business needs. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or freelancer, our page offers an extensive overview to help you navigate the world of business and choose the best location to start your company. Where does Estonia stand in the world of business? Find out how it compares with other top global economies, by viewing side-by-side the most important factors to consider when starting a business in another country:
- Costs to register a business
- Time to open a business
- Annual cost of maintaining company
- Corporate Income Tax Rate
- Stock transfer taxes
- Possibility to run business online
- Conditions for foreign founders
Fee to register business
Time to register business
First year running costs
Digital ID card
ESTONIA (E-RESIDENCY)
€265
2 hours on average
€200
Yes*
IRELAND
€70
3-7 business days
Around €2,000
No
US (DELAWARE)
from $90
10-15 business days
from $450 to $750+
No
UNITED KINGDOM
£100
24 hours
from £600
No
Fee to register business
ESTONIA (E-RESIDENCY)
€265
IRELAND
€70
US (DELAWARE)
from $90
UNITED KINGDOM
£100
Time to register business
ESTONIA (E-RESIDENCY)
2 hours on average
IRELAND
3-7 business days
US (DELAWARE)
10-15 business days
UNITED KINGDOM
24 hours
First year running costs
ESTONIA (E-RESIDENCY)
€200
IRELAND
Around €2,000
US (DELAWARE)
from $450 to $750+
UNITED KINGDOM
from £600
Digital ID card
ESTONIA (E-RESIDENCY)
Yes*
IRELAND
No
US (DELAWARE)
No
UNITED KINGDOM
No
* All Estonian e-residents receive a government-issued personal digital ID card, with which they can access Estonia’s online business environment securely, remotely and 24/7.
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