Temporary residence permit for enterprise (Elamisluba ettevõtluseks)

Temporary residence permit for enterprise is a residence route in Estonia (起業家). ≥ €65k capital invested in Estonian company (shareholder/partner) or €16k as sole proprietor; business plan; real activity in Estonia. 5-yr permit. State fees ~€200/person.

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Requirements at a glance

The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 15'040. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.

How holders are taxed

22% flat; company profits taxed only on distribution (22/78)

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

カテゴリー起業家
投資額CHF 15'040
手数料(家族)CHF 600
所得 / 年—
資産—
最低滞在—
永住権5
市民権8
就労ownBusiness
対象者non-EU/EEA nationals
税金22% flat; company profits taxed only on distribution (22/78)
時点2026-10
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