Question 1

What is the e-Notary service in Estonia?

John Doe · Accepted Answer

Digital notarial services in Estonia and selected embassies.

In Estonia, a public notary acts as an official intermediary between private individuals or companies and the Commercial Register, helping to certify applications, transactions, and legal documents. Thanks to Estonia’s advanced digital infrastructure, many notarial services can now be completed remotely using the e-Notary system.

You can access the platform at: https://iseteenindus.notar.ee

What can you do through the e-Notary?

Initiate and complete share transfers
Certify documents, signatures, and copies
Authenticate power of attorney documents
Request apostilles
Book notary appointments and review draft contracts
Access invoices and your full notarial history

e-Notary is available throughout Estonia and in selected Estonian embassies abroad, including:

Helsinki
Stockholm
Brussels
London
Riga

If you prefer, you can visit an Estonian embassy in one of these cities instead of travelling to Estonia for share transactions or other notarised acts. This is especially convenient for e-residents.

Choosing a notary

You can log in to notar.ee with your digital ID to choose a notary and schedule an appointment. Notary fees are state-regulated, and the quality of service is consistent. You may want to choose one who is able to conduct the procedure in English and supports the e-notary scheme.

Additional rights and services

Estonian law (§ 30 and § 33 of the Notaries Act) gives you the right to request that a notary submit documents to the Business Register on your behalf. If the notary certifies the content of the application, their fee also covers:

Legal consultation
Preparation of the draft application
Guidance on applicable state fees

A notary can also help submit address changes to the Population Register and file certain activity licence applications, as listed in Annex 1 of the Notarial Regulations.

Question 2

Liquidation steps?

John Doe · Accepted Answer

There exist mandatory steps that must be undertaken in accordance with the law, pertaining to the liquidation of a company.

These steps include the following:

A liquidation decision must be made by the members of the board. This decision will be legally signed and subsequently submitted to the Estonian business registry through the e-business registry environment. Although this process may also be carried out through a Power of Attorney, utilizing the services of an e-notary, it is recommended that the e-business registry is utilized.
Notification of the liquidation process must be made available in the Government's official notices center, which can be accessed at www.ametlikudteadaanded.ee.
Preparation of the final balance sheet is required as part of the liquidation process.
A decision to delete the company or any other relevant legal entity from the Estonian business registry must be made in accordance with legal requirements.

By adhering to these mandatory steps, entities can ensure that their liquidation process is carried out in compliance with legal requirements and regulations, ultimately minimizing any potential legal implications or consequences.

Question 3

How long is the Contact Person appointed for and how is consent given?

John Doe · Accepted Answer

A Contact Person can be appointed for a fixed term (e.g. one year).

Once the term expires, the Contact Person is automatically removed from the company record in the Estonian Commercial Register, and a new appointment must be made for the next period.

The appointed person must provide formal consent, which is given digitally either directly in the e-Business Register or by submitting a digitally signed consent to a Public Notary.

The Contact Person must first be linked to the company in the relevant register environment before the consent can be confirmed.

Question 4

How long does liquidation take?

John Doe · Accepted Answer

It's about half a year.

For a private limited company, the absolute minimum is six months—but only if all statutory steps are completed on time.

The clock starts when the dissolution is entered in the Commercial Register and the liquidation notice is published in the state gazette Ametlikud Teadaanded.
At least four months must elapse after shareholders are notified of the final balance sheet and asset distribution plan.

If all filings, creditor notices, and tax clearances are handled promptly, the process can be wrapped up in roughly half a year; any outstanding requirements will extend the timeline.

However, in certain cases, we can offer a fast solution within a few business days: we purchase the shares and take over management of the company, after which we proceed with the dissolution in accordance with Estonian legal procedures. This option may be suitable for clients who need a faster exit or cannot manage the liquidation process themselves. We will first assess eligibility and confirm the applicable solution.

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What is the e-Notary service in Estonia?

Digital notarial services in Estonia and selected embassies.

What can you do through the e-Notary?

Choosing a notary

Additional rights and services

How long does liquidation take?

It’s about half a year.

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How long is the Contact Person appointed for and how is consent given?

A Contact Person can be appointed for a fixed term (e.g. one year).

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What is the e-Notary service in Estonia?

Digital notarial services in Estonia and selected embassies.

What can you do through the e-Notary?

Choosing a notary

Additional rights and services

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How long is the Contact Person appointed for and how is consent given?

A Contact Person can be appointed for a fixed term (e.g. one year).

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