Launch in Estonia with a founder-friendly Startup Visa.

Startup Visa Estonia

Build your startup in Estonia’s digital-first environment. Get expert help to secure your Startup Visa and grow in one of Europe’s most tech-friendly countries.

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98%+ Approval Rate for Startup Visa Estonia

We help entrepreneurs — especially Pakistani founders — secure Estonia Startup Visas with a proven 98%+ success rate. Our team aligns your application with the official Startup Estonia program
requirements, ensuring your business plan, facilitator endorsement, and documents meet every standard for success.

Why Estonia?

Strong Startup Hub

Thriving tech parks and co-working spaces.

Cost-Effective

Lower living and office costs than many EU countries.

EU Membership

Quick access to all European markets.

Friendly Support

Government programmes and local mentors are ready to help.

Startup Visa Overview

Estonia’s Startup Visa lets non-EU founders live and work here to build their innovative business.

Who it’s for: Entrepreneurs with a tech-focused, scalable idea.
Requirements: Approval by the Estonian Startup Committee and a solid business plan.
What you get: A one-year residence permit to grow your startup.

Official Program Info

Key Benefits

Schengen Travel: Move freely across 26 European countries.
e-Residency Perks: Manage your company online from anywhere.
Family Included: Bring your spouse and children on the same permit.
Path to Residency: Renew your visa and work toward permanent residence.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for Estonia’s Startup Visa, you must:

Innovative Idea: Show a clear, tech-driven business plan.
Committee Approval: Get a positive decision from the Startup Committee.
Financial Means: Prove you have about €4,500 to cover living costs.
Clean Record: No serious criminal history.

Application Process

Free Assessment – We review your idea and profile to confirm you meet Estonia’s basics.
Document Preparation – We help you prepare a winning business plan and gather bank statements.
Committee Review – We guide you through submitting your plan to the Startup Committee.
Submit Visa – We file your residence permit application with the Police and Border Guard Board.
Settle In – We offer help with company registration, banking, and local networking.

Typical Timeline

Assessment: 1 week
Document Prep: 2–3 weeks
Committee Review: 2–4 weeks
Visa Processing: 1–2 months
Total: About 2–3 months from start to visa in hand

After Approval: Setup & Scale

After your visa is approved, we help with company registration, banking, payroll basics, and local networking. Our broader Business Consultancy and Franchise Consultancy expertise supports team structure, go-to-market, and growth across the EU.

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Required Documents (Typical)

Passport & Photos

Business Plan (Innovative)

Proof of Funds (Self-Support)

Education & experience evidence

Clean Police Record / Insurance

Any Incubator Approvals

FAQ – Startup Visa Estonia

Below are answers to common questions about our Startup Visa Consultancy Services for Pakistani founders.

In 2022, 667 startups applied for Startup Status, 27% of which were successful. The drop in successful candidates shows continuous interest in the Startup Visa program. The increased popularity of the startup sector and variations in startup definitions worldwide have caused an increase in the rejection rate.

Home to 10 unicorns and producing 10 times more startups per capita than the European average, Estonia leads by example in digital integration, offering a model for other countries to enhance their digital infrastructures, and ranking #1 in Europe for digital public services. Estonia boasts over 10,000 ICT companies.

The Estonian Startup Visa is initially granted for 12 months, with the possibility of a six-month extension. This allows non-EU founders to relocate to Estonia and establish their businesses while also getting a taste for life in this unique country.

It’s around 27.2%.

In Estonia, corporate income tax is not assessed on the profit earned every year. Instead, income tax is assessed on a monthly basis and only when profits have been distributed (for example, when you pay out dividends). The corporate tax rate is a flat 22%, calculated as 22/78 of the taxable net payment.

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98%+ Approval Rate for Startup Visa Estonia