Not Legal Advice
This guide provides general information only and is not legal advice. Company formation requirements and regulations vary by country and change over time. Consult a qualified legal professional before making business decisions. Information current as of January 2025.
Key Deadlines for 2025
Fiscal Year 2024
June 30, 2025
For calendar year companies
Fiscal Year 2025
June 30, 2026
For calendar year companies
Most Estonian companies use calendar year (Jan-Dec). Your deadline is 6 months after fiscal year end.
What Happens If You Miss It?
Consequences of Late Filing
- ✗Fines: Business Register can impose penalties for late filing
- ✗Strike-off warning: You'll receive official notice about potential deletion
- ✗Banking issues: Banks may freeze accounts for non-compliant companies
- ✗Forced liquidation: Companies unfiled for 2+ years may be deleted
Already Late? Act Now
Late filing is better than no filing. If you've missed the deadline, contact your service provider immediately to catch up. The sooner you file, the better.
What You Need to File
Financial Statements
- • Balance sheet
- • Income statement
- • Cash flow statement (if required)
- • Notes to financial statements
Management Report
- • Business activities summary
- • Significant events
- • Future outlook
- • Digital signature
Zero activity? You still need to file a "zero report" showing no activity. Every Estonian company must file annually, regardless of revenue.
Your Options
Option 1: DIY (If You Know Estonian Accounting)
File through e-Business Register portal yourself. Requires Estonian accounting knowledge and your e-Residency card for digital signature.
Best for: Accountants or those with Estonian accounting experience
Option 2: Service Provider (Xolo)
They prepare everything based on your year's accounting, you review and approve, they submit. Annual report included in subscription — no extra fee.
- ✓Report prepared for you
- ✓Deadline reminders
- ✓Filing handled
Quick Checklist
Before Your Deadline
- 30 days before: Confirm all 2024 transactions are recorded in accounting
- 14 days before: Review draft annual report from your provider
- 7 days before: Sign and approve the report
- Deadline: Confirm submission to Business Register
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before getting started
All information verified as of December 2025. Prices and features subject to change. Always verify current pricing with providers.
