Entries by Dariia Khimichenko

Fund Establishment in Estonia: A Clear Beginner’s Guide  

Fund establishment in Estonia involves more than registering a legal entity. We must choose the right fund structure, define the investor group, determine the manager’s regulatory status and prepare the required documents. This guide explains the main steps in clear, practical language for first-time fund founders.

VAT Obligation for Foreign Services in Estonia

Buying advertising, software, cloud, or AI services from foreign providers may create a VAT obligation from the very first invoice. Learn when limited VAT registration is required and how to avoid unexpected tax costs. A timely review with your accountant can prevent missed declarations, interest charges, and costly corrections.

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Customs Changes for Resellers in Europe from July 2026 

Customs changes for resellers from July 2026 may affect margins, pricing and supplier choices for businesses importing low-value goods into Europe. The new fixed customs duty on low-value parcels can make small, cheap products more expensive to resell, especially when shipments include several different product lines. For European resellers, this update is also a chance to review suppliers, improve landed cost planning and strengthen the value of local stock, faster delivery and clearer customer service.

Beneficial Ownership Data: New Access Rules in Estonia 

From 10 July 2026, Estonia will restrict access to beneficial ownership data in the e-Business Register. This article explains who can still access the register, how legitimate interest requests may work, and what contractual partners, API users, and compliance teams should prepare before the change.

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Average wage in Estonia: what employers should know before building local substance

At Silva Hunt, an Estonia-based accountancy and tax advisory firm, we help international founders understand what the average wage in Estonia means for real business substance, payroll planning, and long-term compliance. Our legal consultants can guide you through company setup, employment structure, and practical tax obligations, so your Estonian business is built correctly from the beginning.