🇪🇪 Körperschaftsteuer in Estonia
Regelsteuersatz: 20% (on distribution only — 0% on retained profits)
Private Limited Company (OÜ)
Estonia uses a unique deferred corporate income tax system. Retained and reinvested profits are taxed at 0%. Corporate income tax of 20% (calculated as 20/80 on the net distribution amount, effectively 25% gross-up) is charged only when profits are distributed as dividends. Regular dividend distributions qualify for a reduced rate of 14% (14/86). VAT at 22% applies to most goods and services. Employers must pay social tax of 33% on gross salaries. The company is also responsible for withholding employee income tax (20%) and funded pension contributions (2%) from wages.
Eckdaten
- Doppelbesteuerungsabkommen: 60
- Mitgliedschaften: EU, WTO, NATO, Eurozone, Schengen
- Rechtssystem: Civil law
- Geschäftsjahr: Calendar year
This content is educational and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Always consult a qualified professional for your specific situation. Data last verified March 2026.