The Register of Enterprises registers companies and merchants, their branches, associations and foundations, religious organisations and their institutions, political parties and their associations, trade unions and their associations, arbitration courts, mass media, commercial pledges, controlling interests, marriage contracts, representative offices of foreign merchants and organisations, and other legally significant facts. Before starting the registration process, it is important to understand what needs to be registered, which documents will be required, and how to prepare for the service.
1. Choose What You Want to Register
- Different legal forms have different requirements. Select the appropriate type of registration to find out which documents are required and how the process works.
- Commercial pledges – registration of a commercial pledge allows company assets to be used as collateral while continuing business operations
2. To ensure a smooth registration process, it is recommended that all information and documents are prepared before completing the application:
- founders / members;
- board members or other officials;
- beneficial owners;
- legal address and the consent of the property owner;
- bank account;
- articles of association, decision of establishment, agreements, etc.
3. Ensure a Secure Electronic Signature
- To sign documents and submit the application online, all signatories must have a secure electronic signature (eParaksts, eID, etc.).
- You can also verify electronically signed documents.
4. State Fee
- The amount of the state fee depends on the type of registration and the selected processing time.
- Payment is made online via the service portal.
- The review process starts only after all documents have been submitted and the state fee has been paid.
5. Important to Know Before Submission
- Prior verification of documents is available before submission.
- Obtain the necessary licences or permits according to the field of activity.
- Apply for value added tax (VAT) payer status or micro‑enterprise tax status simultaneously with registration at the Register of Enterprises.