E-Residency Estonia Taavet Hinrikus

E-Residency Estonia: Empowering Digital Nomads and Entrepreneurs

Are you looking for a way to conduct business across borders without the hassle of bureaucratic red tape? Look no further than Estonia's e-Residency program. Launched in 2014, e-Residency is a government-issued digital identity that provides access to Estonia's transparent business environment, allowing non-Estonians to start and manage a company entirely online.

A Brief History of E-Residency Estonia

Founded on December 1, 2014, e-Residency was the brainchild of Estonia, a leader in technology and innovation. The program was designed to make it easy for individuals and businesses from around the world to access Estonia's digital services and conduct business online from anywhere in the world. As stated by Taavet Hinrikus, Estonian-born CEO and co-founder of TransferWise, "E-Residency is a tool that enables companies to build platforms that make it easier for consumers to do business across borders."

What is E-Residency Estonia?

E-Residency Estonia, also known as virtual residency or e-residency, is a digital identity that provides access to Estonia's business environment. This includes services such as company formation, banking, payment processing, and taxation. By becoming an e-resident, you can start and manage a company entirely online, without having to be physically present in Estonia.