Residence permit for non-EU nationals making a substantial investment of at least €1,000,000 in Estonia.
Estimated Cost
$370
Processing Time
~2 months
Validity
60 months
The Residence Permit for Major Investor is for third-country nationals who make a lasting investment of at least €1,000,000 in an Estonian company or investment fund. The investment must remain in place throughout the permit validity period. This is one of the fastest routes to Estonian residency, with processing times as short as 14 days. After 5 years, investors may apply for permanent residency and eventually citizenship.
Average: 2 months
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~8 years
Minimum €1,000,000 investment in Estonian company/fund*
Investment must be made in an Estonian-registered company or investment fund.
Investment must remain "lasting" during permit validity*
The investment must be maintained for the entire duration of the residence permit.
Valid passport*
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| State fee (applied in Estonia) | $245 | One-time |
| D-visa (entry) | $109 | One-time |
| Estimated Total | $370 |