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We manage every detail of your relocation (individuals and businesses), including visa and work permit assistance, housing searches, and setting up your new home or office. Our experienced team ensures that your move is efficient and well-organized, allowing you to settle into your new environment with ease and focus on your new opportunities in Estonia.

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Residence permit for Business in Estonia

A residence permit for business in Estonia allows non-EU entrepreneurs to live and work in Estonia while operating a business. This permit is ideal for those seeking to establish a startup or invest in an existing company. Estonia offers a business-friendly environment with efficient digital services and access to the EU market, making it an attractive option for entrepreneurs. Additionally, it enables you to travel freely across the Schengen area.

Key Requirements:

An alien with a holding in an Estonian company must have invested at least 65,000 EUR in share capital, with the investment registered as fixed assets (real estate, machinery, or equipment) in Estonia.
The company must be registered and have operated in Estonia for at least four months before a residence permit petition can be submitted.
A business plan for the next two years must be provided.
After one year, or during the application process, the investment requirement can be substituted by proving annual sales revenue of at least 200,000 EUR or by paying social tax equivalent to five times the average gross wage in Estonia.

Note:

The granting of a residence permit for entrepreneurs is subject to an annual immigration quota.

What We Offer:

Initial evaluation of permit eligibility
Guidance on document preparation
Assistance with form completion
Support during visits to the Police and Border Guard Board or help with applications at Estonian embassies abroad
Ongoing communication with the Police and Border Guard Board until a final decision is made
Arrangements for picking up the residence permit card

Note:

The residence permit allows you unlimited stay and work in Estonia, plus up to 90 days within the Schengen area every 180 days.

Timing:

Application Preparation Timeline: Typically, preparing an application takes between 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the speed at which the client provides necessary information and documents.

Decision Process: The temporary residence permit is generally granted within 2 months of receiving the application.

Permit Issuance: The residence permit card is usually issued to the applicant in person within 30 days. Additional time may be required if the card is mailed to the applicant's home country.

Residence permit for Employment in Estonia

This service facilitates the process of obtaining a residence permit for employment in Estonia. Note that residence permits for top specialists and IT experts are exempt from the annual immigration quota, while permits for other roles are subject to it. To qualify, the company must have been established and operational in Estonia for at least 12 months before applying.

For high-level specialists, the company must meet one of the following criteria:

Maintain a minimum capital of €65,000 invested in Estonian commercial activities (such as real estate, machinery, or equipment registered as fixed assets).
Achieve an annual sales revenue of at least €200,000.
Have an annual labor cost equivalent to a minimum of 5 average annual wages in Estonia.
The company must also ensure that the salary for foreign specialists meets the local average wage standards, with high-level specialists earning at least twice the average wage.

Residence permit in Estonia for Employment

What We Offer:

Initial assessment of the likelihood of residence permit approval.
Guidance on preparing the necessary documentation.
Support with form completion.
Accompaniment to the Police and Border Guard Board service point or assistance with application at an Estonian embassy in the client's home country.
Help with communications with the Police and Border Guard Board until a final decision is reached.
Coordination of the collection of the residence permit card.

Note:

The residence permit allows you unlimited stay and work in Estonia, plus up to 90 days within the Schengen area every 180 days.

Timing:

The preparation of an application typically requires 4 to 8 weeks, contingent on the promptness of the client in providing the necessary information and documents.
A decision regarding the approval or denial of the temporary residence permit is made within 2 months of receiving the application.
The residence permit card is issued personally to the applicant within 30 days, though additional time may be needed if the card is mailed to the applicant’s home country.

Long-stay D-Visa in Estonia

A Long-Stay (D) Visa allows non-EU nationals to stay in Estonia for extended periods, typically over 90 days, for business or other purposes. This visa is ideal for those who need to conduct business activities, invest, or engage in long-term projects in Estonia. The application process involves demonstrating the purpose of your stay and meeting specific requirements. With a Long-Stay (D) Visa, you can live and work in Estonia, and also travel within the Schengen area.

What We Offer:

Initial Assessment: Evaluate the likelihood of obtaining a D-visa.
Document Preparation: Guidance on assembling the required documents.
Form Assistance: Help with completing the application forms.
Application Support: Accompany clients to the Police and Border Guard Board or provide advice for applications at Estonian embassies abroad.
Response Assistance: Aid in preparing responses to any additional queries from the Police and Border Guard Board.
Visa Collection: Manage the process for receiving the D-visa.

Timing:

The Police and Border Guard Board will review the submitted application within 10 business days of receipt.
A decision on granting a long-term visa for remote work will be made within 30 business days from the start of the application process.

Assistance with Accommodation

This service is tailored to support expatriates and foreigners in finding suitable housing and ensuring a seamless transition to life in Estonia. It covers a wide range of needs, from initial property search to local integration support, making the relocation process efficient and stress-free.

What We Offer:

Housing Search and Selection - initial consultation to assess needs and preferences.
Lease Negotiation and Documentation - assist with lease negotiations and provide legal expert access.
Relocation Assistance - coordinate moving services and setup utilities.
Temporary Accommodation - arrange short-term housing upon arrival.
Local Integration Support - provide neighborhood tours and local event information.
Support Services - translation services for communication with landlord and assistance with housing-related issues

Service Pricing (One-time fee, VAT excluded)

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Service

New customer

Loyal customer

Residence permit for Business

2500€

2000€

Residence permit for Employment

2000€

1500€

Long-stay D-Visa

300€

250€

Accommodation Support

250€

200€

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