Choosing the Estonian flag means joining a future-ready maritime nation offering real business advantages:
◼ Supportive tax and business environment
Estonia has ranked #1 in the OECD Tax Competitiveness Index for over a decade. They offer:
- 0% income tax on retained or reinvested profits
- Seafarer and tonnage tax schemes that reduce costs for shipowners and crew
- Transparent and beneficial tax environment
◼ Smart digital solutions
Manage your maritime operations seamlessly:
- Run a company remotely with e-Residency
- Register ships online
- Digitally sign documents
◼ Straightforward and trusted flag services
- No restrictions on crew nationality or ship age
- Competitive fees and flexible ship register options
- Estonia is on the Paris MoU white list
◼ Reliable and compliant
As an EU, NATO, and UN member, Estonia fully complies with IMO and ILO conventions, giving shipowners peace of mind with an internationally respected flag.