Temporary residence permit for enterprise (Elamisluba ettevõtluseks)
Temporary residence permit for enterprise is a residence route in Estonia (Entrepreneur). ≥ €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.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →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.
| Catégorie | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investissement | CHF 15'040 |
| Frais (famille) | CHF 600 |
| Revenu / an | — |
| Avoirs | — |
| Séjour min. | — |
| Résidence perm. | 5 |
| Citoyenneté | 8 |
| Travail | ownBusiness |
| Éligibles | non-EU/EEA nationals |
| Impôts | 22% flat; company profits taxed only on distribution (22/78) |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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