Legal guides

Guides for Finland first, then guides that apply everywhere.

Opening a company in Finland: locals, foreigners, freelancers and digital nomads
Oy with no minimum capital filed on YTJ for 240 to 380 euros in about a week, 20 percent corporate tax (18 planned for 2027), VAT 25.5 percent from 20,000 euros, YEL pension for the self-employed, entrepreneur and start-up permits for non-EU founders, no digital nomad visa: the facts for Finland.
Finland, reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Choosing a legal form for your business
Sole trader, limited company or partnership: what changes with each choice.
All countries, reviewed 19 Sep 2026
Contracts every new business needs
The short list of documents that prevent the most common early disputes.
All countries, reviewed 19 Sep 2026