EU Business & Immigration Advisory ยท Est. 2019

Navigate Europe with Confidence & Clarity

Expert advisory for EU company formation, business relocation, and immigration preparation across 7 European jurisdictions. Real guidance, honest timelines, zero false promises.

No False Promises
7 EU Jurisdictions
500+ Clients Guided
Est. 2019, Tallinn
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Clients Advised
Across 40+ nationalities
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EU Jurisdictions
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Years of Expertise
Est. 2019, Tallinn
Why NextStep

Advisory You Can Actually Trust

We built NextStep because too many entrepreneurs were misled by vague promises and opaque processes. Our philosophy: radical transparency, genuine expertise, honest limits.

Integrity First

We clearly tell you what we can and cannot do. Advisory only โ€” we never substitute for qualified legal professionals.

Jurisdiction Precision

Deep expertise in 7 specific EU countries. No generic advice โ€” only targeted, jurisdiction-specific guidance.

Client Advocacy

We are genuinely on your side. Clear communication, responsive support, and honest assessments at every step.

Structured Process

Proven frameworks reduce confusion. Clear timelines, documentation checklists, and next steps from day one.

Documentation Excellence

We obsess over documentation quality. Well-prepared files dramatically improve processing outcomes.

Long-Term Partnership

Our relationship doesn't end at registration. Ongoing advisory support as your European business grows.

Our Commitments

  • We tell you when you need a lawyer
  • No outcome guarantees โ€” ever
  • Jurisdiction-specific, not generic
  • Transparent pricing, no hidden fees
  • Fast response, always accessible
  • GDPR-compliant data handling
Real Guidance. Real Preparation.

We guide you through the process with honesty and structure. All approvals are decided by government authorities โ€” we prepare you to put your best foot forward.

Our Pledge: We will always tell you when you need a qualified lawyer. We never substitute advisory for professional legal advice, and we never promise what government authorities decide.
How It Works

From Consultation to Confidence

A structured, five-step process that removes uncertainty and keeps you moving forward with clarity.

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Free Discovery Call

30-minute consultation to understand your goals, timeline, and which jurisdiction aligns best with your situation.

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Tailored Advisory Plan

We deliver a written plan: timeline, documentation checklist, cost estimates, jurisdiction rationale, and clear next steps.

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Documentation Support

We guide you through gathering and preparing required documents, catching gaps before they become delays.

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Process Navigation

We translate complex regulatory processes into clear action items โ€” you always know exactly what to do next.

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Ongoing Advisory

Post-establishment support for compliance, reporting, scaling, and whatever your European journey requires next.

Ready to start your journey?
Free 30-minute discovery call ยท No obligations
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Consultation Journeys

From Confusion to Clarity

Real consultation journeys โ€” how clients approached their European goals, what challenges they faced, and how structured advisory prepared them for the process.

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Arjun K.
IT Contractor
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Estonia
Company Formation Technology
Background

Arjun was billing European clients as an independent contractor through PayPal, losing significant margin to conversion fees and facing banking complications.

Challenge

He needed a clear EU legal entity for invoicing without physically relocating, and had no idea where to start with e-Residency or company formation.

How We Helped

We walked him through the Estonian e-Residency program step by step, provided a detailed documentation checklist, and recommended verified service providers for the company formation process.

Outcome

Arjun applied for e-Residency and subsequently formed an Oรœ through an approved formation service. His EU invoicing structure became significantly more efficient.

Outcomes vary and all approvals are determined solely by official government authorities. We provided advisory and preparation support only.

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Maria & Joรฃo F.
Early Retirees
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น Portugal
Immigration Advisory Personal Relocation
Background

A Brazilian couple with passive income from investments and rental properties wanted to pursue early retirement in Europe with strong English infrastructure.

Challenge

Navigating Portugal's D7 Passive Income Visa pathway โ€” understanding income thresholds, documentation requirements, and consulate appointment processes.

How We Helped

We provided a complete D7 documentation checklist, explained income evidence standards, clarified the SEF appointment process, and prepared them with a realistic timeline.

Outcome

They submitted a well-structured application package to the Portuguese consulate. Their residence visa was approved by Portuguese immigration authorities.

Outcomes vary and all approvals are determined solely by official government authorities. We provided advisory and preparation support only.

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Yash P.
SaaS Founder
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Netherlands
Business Relocation B2B Software
Background

Yash had a growing B2B SaaS with European enterprise clients who expected a credible EU legal entity. He was also considering Dutch IP structure benefits.

Challenge

Understanding BV vs. branch office trade-offs, notarial requirements for non-EU founders, minimum capital rules, and business banking options for new entities.

How We Helped

We provided in-depth BV structure analysis, connected him with a verified Dutch notary, and guided him through fintech banking alternatives that are more accessible for newly formed entities.

Outcome

Yash formed his Dutch BV through local notary assistance and opened a business account. He is now VAT-registered in the Netherlands and billing EU clients directly.

Outcomes vary and all approvals are determined solely by official government authorities. We provided advisory and preparation support only.

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Alex L.
Senior Developer
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Czech Republic
Immigration Advisory Freelance Tech
Background

Alex wanted a European base to serve US and EU clients remotely while having Schengen freedom of movement and a lower cost of living than Western Europe.

Challenge

Understanding Czech trade license (ลพivnostenskรฝ list) requirements for non-EU nationals and the associated residency permit pathway โ€” a two-stage process with specific embassy requirements.

How We Helped

We mapped out the exact two-stage process, provided the complete documentation list for the Prague Trade Licensing Office and the Embassy appointment, and gave him realistic processing time estimates.

Outcome

Alex successfully obtained his trade license and submitted his residency application to the Czech immigration authorities. He relocated to Prague six months after our first consultation.

Outcomes vary and all approvals are determined solely by official government authorities. We provided advisory and preparation support only.

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Fatima O.
Import/Export Business
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Nigeria
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Germany
Business Relocation Trade & Logistics
Background

Fatima was building an African-European import business and needed EU legal infrastructure to sign contracts with German partners and access euro payment rails.

Challenge

Understanding how to legally operate across Estonia (company formation) and Germany (operational presence) as a non-EU founder without physical relocation initially.

How We Helped

We explained the Estonian Oรœ structure for EU market access, provided an orientation on German commercial registration, and outlined work permit pathways for when she was ready to relocate.

Outcome

Fatima formed her Estonian Oรœ and engaged a German commercial lawyer for the next phase. She now has EU legal infrastructure and active German trade partnerships.

Outcomes vary and all approvals are determined solely by official government authorities. We provided advisory and preparation support only.

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The Li Family
Family Relocation
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Singapore
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น Portugal
Family Relocation Family / Education
Background

A Singapore-based family of four โ€” including school-age children โ€” wanted EU residency for lifestyle reasons, with international schools, healthcare, and future Schengen access.

Challenge

Coordinating D7 visa applications for a family of four, understanding school enrollment procedures for children of different ages, and navigating the NHR tax regime inquiry.

How We Helped

We built a complete family relocation roadmap, explained D7 family reunification documentation requirements, provided international school enrollment orientation in Lisbon and Porto, and referred them to a vetted Portuguese immigration lawyer for the legal phase.

Outcome

The family submitted their visa applications through the Portuguese consulate. They engaged a local tax advisor for NHR guidance and are now settled in Lisbon with children enrolled in international school.

Outcomes vary and all approvals are determined solely by official government authorities. We provided advisory and preparation support only.

All stories represent real client consultation journeys with NextStep European Consultants. Names are partially anonymized for privacy. Outcomes described were achieved through clients' own applications to government authorities โ€” not through us. Past outcomes do not guarantee similar results. Individual circumstances vary significantly.
Client Voices

What Clients Say About Working With Us

Entrepreneurs and families who navigated their European journey with our structured advisory support.

โ€œNextStep guided us through Estonian e-Residency and Oรœ formation in under a week. Every question answered promptly, every document perfectly organized. The efficiency was exceptional.โ€

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Mikhail R.
SaaS Founder
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง UK โ†’ ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Estonia

โ€œI was overwhelmed by conflicting information about Portuguese visas. The team mapped exactly what applied to my situation and what I needed to prepare. Honest, clear, no upselling.โ€

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Priya K.
Digital Nomad & Consultant
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India โ†’ ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น Portugal

โ€œThe Germany market analysis alone was worth the consultation fee. They told me clearly what they could and couldn't help with. That integrity stood out more than anything.โ€

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Thomas M.
E-commerce Operator
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA โ†’ ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Germany

โ€œMoving a family to Europe is genuinely complex. NextStep broke it into manageable steps, coordinated everything, and was always reachable. Couldn't have done it without them.โ€

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Ana & Carlos F.
Family Relocation
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil โ†’ ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น Portugal

โ€œDutch BV advisory was expert-level. They referred us to the right legal and tax professionals and stayed involved throughout the process. A genuine long-term partnership.โ€

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Yuki T.
Tech Startup Founder
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Japan โ†’ ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Netherlands

โ€œPoland setup was fast and affordable with their guidance. Banking advisory saved us weeks of frustration finding the right account structure for a non-EU director.โ€

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Oleksii B.
Software Agency Owner
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukraine โ†’ ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Poland
Testimonials reflect client experiences with our advisory services. Individual outcomes depend on personal circumstances and government authority decisions. Past experiences do not guarantee similar results.
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Advisory services only ยท Not a law firm ยท No outcome guarantees