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We provide efficient, practical assistance to help you choose the most suitable jurisdiction in Europe according to your specific needs, business goals, and budget.
Our support continues far beyond the initial choice. We guide you step-by-step through establishing the right company structure, completing registration, and setting up the foundations for a compliant and operational business.
One excellent example of a highly effective yet still under-used option is Estonia’s e-Residency programme. It allows non-residents to form and fully manage an EU company online, with very low capital requirements and a unique tax system that charges 0% corporate tax on profits you keep and reinvest inside the company.
We cover the full European landscape — including all SEPA and EEA countries, as well as strategically important non-EU jurisdictions such as the United Kingdom and Turkey.
Popular Jurisdictions for Non-Resident Business Setup
Below is a clear, easy-to-read overview of some of the most popular and practical options for non-residents. All information is based on the latest available data and is intended as a helpful starting point.
(final requirements should always be confirmed for your specific case)
Estonia – Private Limited Company (OÜ)
- Minimum capital: €0.01 (many founders still declare €2,500 for smoother banking)
- Capital paid: Can be minimal
- Residency requirement: None for shareholders or directors
- Ease of formation: Very high – fully online via e-Residency
- Typical duration: 1 business day after receiving e-Residency card
- Agent needed: Optional (contact person required if no local board member)
- Government fees: Approx. €265 registration + €100–150 e-Residency
- Corporate tax: 0% on retained/reinvested profits • 22% on distributed profits
- Key privileges: Full EU company, digital management, excellent for online/digital businesses
- Banking access: Easy with EMIs (Wise, Revolut, etc.); traditional banks more selective
- Strategic strength: Fastest fully remote EU option + unique tax deferral
- KYC: Standard identity verification + e-Residency background check
Bulgaria – Limited Liability Company (OOD / EOOD)
- Minimum capital: Approx. €1
- Capital paid: Fully or mostly at formation
- Residency requirement: None
- Ease of formation: High
- Typical duration: 7–10 business days
- Agent needed: Usually yes (power of attorney)
- Government fees: Low (around €50–100 range)
- Corporate tax: Flat 10% (one of the lowest in the EU)
- Key privileges: Lowest standard corporate tax in the EU, Eurozone member
- Banking access: Generally good
- Strategic strength: Cost-effective entry into the EU single market
- KYC: Standard
Ireland – Private Limited Company (LTD)
- Minimum capital: €1 (typical issued capital higher)
- Capital paid: Flexible
- Residency requirement: At least one EEA-resident director or a Section 137 bond
- Ease of formation: High
- Typical duration: 5–10 business days
- Agent needed: Recommended
- Government fees: Moderate
- Corporate tax: 12.5% on trading income
- Key privileges: Strong international reputation, English-speaking, major tech & services hub
- Banking access: Good but requires solid documentation
- Strategic strength: Credibility and access to global talent & markets
- KYC: Thorough
Cyprus – Private Limited Company (Ltd)
- Minimum capital: No strict statutory minimum (typically €1,000)
- Capital paid: Flexible
- Residency requirement: None (local director often recommended for substance)
- Ease of formation: High
- Typical duration: 7–15 business days
- Agent needed: Yes (secretary and registered office)
- Government fees: Moderate
- Corporate tax: 15% (from 2026) • attractive IP Box regime
- Key privileges: Strong holding company features, double-tax treaty network
- Banking access: Moderate to good with proper substance
- Strategic strength: Holding, IP, and international structuring
- KYC: Standard to enhanced
Lithuania – Private Limited Company (UAB)
- Minimum capital: €1,000 (part paid before registration)
- Capital paid: Minimum 25% before registration
- Residency requirement: None
- Ease of formation: High
- Typical duration: 3–7 business days
- Agent needed: Often yes
- Government fees: Low to moderate
- Corporate tax: Around 15–17% (possible reductions for small/new companies)
- Key privileges: Growing fintech and EMI hub
- Banking access: Relatively good
- Strategic strength: Fintech-friendly environment inside the EU
- KYC: Standard
Netherlands – Private Limited Company (BV)
- Minimum capital: €0.01
- Capital paid: Flexible
- Residency requirement: None
- Ease of formation: Medium (notary involvement required)
- Typical duration: 1–2 weeks
- Agent needed: Yes (notary)
- Government fees: Moderate to higher
- Corporate tax: 19% on first €200,000 • 25.8% above
- Key privileges: Excellent treaty network, strong holding company jurisdiction
- Banking access: Good with proper substance
- Strategic strength: Logistics, trading, and holding structures
- KYC: Thorough
United Kingdom – Private Limited Company (Ltd)
- Minimum capital: £1
- Capital paid: Flexible
- Residency requirement: None
- Ease of formation: Very high – fully online
- Typical duration: Usually within 24 hours
- Agent needed: Optional (UK registered office required)
- Government fees: Low (£50–100 range online)
- Corporate tax: 19% small profits rate • 25% main rate
- Key privileges: Flexible company law, global recognition, English language
- Banking access: Possible but KYC is strict for non-residents
- Strategic strength: Access to UK market and international credibility
- KYC: Mandatory identity verification for directors and PSCs
Turkey – LLC (Limited Şirket)
- Minimum capital: 50,000 TRY
- Capital paid: Required according to current rules
- Residency requirement: None (100% foreign ownership allowed)
- Ease of formation: Medium
- Typical duration: 2–4 weeks
- Agent needed: Usually yes (power of attorney)
- Government fees: Moderate
- Corporate tax: Standard Turkish corporate tax rate applies
- Key privileges: Strategic bridge between Europe, Middle East and Asia
- Banking access: Possible with proper documentation
- Strategic strength: Large domestic market + regional gateway
- KYC: Standard plus local requirements
Our Full Range of Supporting Services
Every business is different. The best jurisdiction for you depends on your industry, target customers, tax situation, banking needs, and long-term plans.
In addition to company formation, we can assist you with:
- Searching and securing suitable insurance providers
- Warehousing facilities and reliable 3PL partners
- Finding and vetting suppliers
- Market access and marketing support in the chosen countries
- Import and export assistance
- Hiring local workforce and managing HR requirements
- Obtaining necessary licences and supporting visa processes
- Renting office or storage premises
- Appointing trustworthy local representatives
- Opening vendor/seller accounts on local online marketplaces
- Building contact networks with local suppliers, service providers and partners
Ready to Choose the Right Jurisdiction?
Contact us today for a free consultation. We will listen to your goals and recommend the most practical and cost-effective path forward.