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Estonia company types

Estonian Commercial Code defines six forms of business entities in the Republic of Estonia.

The most popular types of legal entity being set up by foreigners in Estonia are the so called private limited liability company (OÜ) and the public limited liability company (AS).

Types of companies:

• private limited liability company (OÜ)
• public limited liability company (AS) or joint stock company
• general partnership (TU) and limited partnership (UU)
• sole proprietorship (FIE)
• branch of foreign company

It is mandatory to register the company with the Commercial Register of Estonia in order to commence business and operate in Estonia.

If you have questions about different type of entities in Estonia, do not hesitate to contact us.