Ready-made companies for sale in Estonia
Company purchase and sale in Estonia
FPRO offers Estonian shelf companies and operating companies with history to residents and non-residents. Before purchase, confirm the current status, reporting, obligations and transfer route for the selected company.
Choose the right type of company
Shelf company
A registered company that has not carried out business activity. Check its filings and status before transfer.
Operating company
A company with activity, history or licences. Its contracts, reporting, tax position and obligations require a more detailed review.
What to clarify before purchase
- Current registry status and beneficial owners
- Annual reports and accounting records
- Tax arrears and VAT status
- Contracts, debts and other obligations
- Licences and whether they remain valid after transfer
- Share transfer, management board and signing route
How the transaction proceeds
- 1
Describe the required company
Specify the preferred age, operating history, VAT status and any licence requirements.
- 2
Review the information
Clarify the available corporate, accounting and tax information for the proposed company.
- 3
Agree the transfer route
The procedure depends on the articles, participants, signatories and whether a notary or representation is needed.
- 4
Update company details
After transfer, update management and beneficial-owner information and arrange accounting and compliance.
Selling an Estonian company
FPRO also states that it supports the sale of operating and shelf companies. The company, its records and the proposed terms must be reviewed before it can be offered to a buyer.
Questions about ready-made companies
Is a shelf company the same as an operating company?
No. A shelf company is presented as having no business activity, while an operating company may have history, contracts, VAT registration or licences.
Can a non-resident buy a company?
The current FPRO website offers the service to residents and non-residents. The signing route and required documents depend on the participants.
What should be checked before purchase?
Confirm the registry status, reporting, taxes, obligations, licences and the transfer route for the proposed company.