Startup Visa Estonia Residence Permit

Move Your Business and Life to Estonia

Get up to 5 years of residence and work permit with the startup visa. Includes your family, 0% undistributed profit tax and easy access to the EU.

Up to 5 yearsResidence Duration
~4 monthsProcess Duration
IncludedFamily Members
Year 8Citizenship Eligibility
Overview

Overview of the Estonia Startup Visa Process

For entrepreneurs who want to move their business and life to Estonia, the Startup Visa is a powerful route that connects your innovative business idea with Europe's digital infrastructure. After Startup Committee approval, you can set up your company via e-Residency.

Throughout the process, our expert team is with you at every stage, from preparing your business plan to the delivery of your residence permit.

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Why the Startup Visa?

Why the Estonia Startup Visa?

European Citizenship in 8 Years

Build a permanent future in Estonia; the process that begins with the startup visa opens the door to long-term residence and, eventually, a citizenship application under the right conditions.

The SailVisa Difference

With our professional team and extensive experience, we manage your processes as efficiently as possible.

  • • Expert team support
  • • Transparent process management
  • • Fast, results-driven approach

Unlimited Business Opportunities

Open up from Estonia to the entire European market; gain direct access to the single market through EU membership.

A New Life With Your Family

The Estonia startup visa offers family reunification, covering not just you but also your spouse and children.

Services We Offer

What we do for your Estonia Startup Visa

Business Plan Preparation and Consultancy
Startup Committee Application Management
Company Formation via e-Residency
Residence Permit Application and Tracking
Family Reunification Application Support
Post-Formation Consultancy

Start a Startup in Europe's Digital Capital

Estonia offers entrepreneurs unique advantages with the world's most advanced e-government infrastructure.

Long-term planning with up to 5 years of residence permit
Accelerated process with Startup Committee approval
0% corporate tax on undistributed profit
Fully digital company management with e-Residency
Estonia Startup Visa
How Does the Process Work?

We manage your process step by step

1

Preparation Process

Documentation is prepared for the Estonia Startup Committee application.

~15 days
2

Getting the Result

Estonia Startup Committee applications are officially decided within 10 business days, though it can take up to 1 month in practice.

~1 month
3

Company Formation

After committee approval, company formation is completed with the e-Residency card.

~1 month
4

Residence Permit

A residence permit application is made at the Estonian consulate; the process is completed with the delivery of the residence card.

1-1.5 months
Step by Step

Know exactly where your process stands, at all times

Share your documents with us from a single place; your advisor regularly shares which stage your process is at, your consulate appointment and any missing documents with you via WhatsApp and email.

Estonia Startup Visa

Sample process tracking

Preparation Process
Getting the Result
Company Formation
Residence Permit
FAQ

Frequently asked about the Estonia Startup Visa

Who can apply for the Startup Visa?

Entrepreneurs with an innovative, scalable business idea can apply. We assess together whether your business plan meets the Startup Committee criteria.

Can I reapply if my application is rejected?

Yes. We analyze the reason for rejection and plan a new application by strengthening your business plan.

Can my family members also get a residence permit?

Yes, the startup visa offers family reunification covering your spouse and children; this process is planned together with the main application.

Do I have to set up my company in Estonia?

Yes, the Startup Visa application is tied to a company established, or to be established, in Estonia; the e-Residency formation process is also managed within this scope.

Startup Visa consultation
Startup Visa consultation
Startup team workspace
Startup team workspace
Entrepreneurship networking event
Entrepreneurship networking event
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