How to change an Estonian Company name?
Changing the name of your Estonian company involves several steps and specific documentation. This guide will walk you through the entire process.
Step 1: Verify Name Availability
Before proceeding with the company name change, you must verify that the registrar will accept your proposed new name. Use the official name query tool: https://ariregister.rik.ee/eng/name_query
Important considerations:
The most common obstacle is existing trademarks that cover your company's business activity and conflict with your desired name
If your company is still in formation, consider changing the business activity to resolve trademark conflicts
Name availability checks are not 100% accurate—sometimes names flagged as "probably not acceptable" are actually approved, and vice versa
Step 2: Prepare Required Documents
Once you've decided to proceed with the name change, prepare and sign these three documents:
Shareholders' resolution (decision) regarding the company name change
New Articles of Association reflecting the name change
Application to the Business Register
Special Requirements for E-Residents
For e-residents, the process is relatively straightforward, but pay special attention to these requirements:
The shareholders' resolution must comply with all formal requirements and be written in Estonian
Documents can be bilingual (Estonian/English), but only the Estonian text is considered by the registrar
Ensure all digital signatures are properly applied
Step 3: Submit and Pay
After signing all documents:
Pay the state fee of €25
Submit your application to the Business Register
Processing Time
The registrar typically processes name change applications within five business days after receiving all required documents and payment.
Additional Resources
For more detailed information, see:
About registry amendments
Signing documents with an EU digital ID