Company Formation & Founder Architecture in Finland
We don't just file corporate paperwork. We protect your co-founder equity with bulletproof vesting, preserve your Finnish government grants, fast-track banking, and align your legal entity with your upcoming MVP build.
Transparent Launchpad Packages
Fixed pricing. No hourly billing surprises. Everything you need to launch a resilient startup in Finland.
The Clean Formation
Solo founders or simple 50/50 co-founders needing fast, compliant PRH & tax setup.
- Oy Entity Selection & Structure Review
- Memorandum of Association (Perustamissopimus)
- Standard Articles of Association (Yhtiöjärjestys)
- PRH Trade Register YTJ Filing Assistance
- Vero Tax Registrations (Prepayment, VAT, Employer)
- Starttiraha Grant Sequencing Safeguard Check
- Digital Fintech Banking Fast-Track Playbook (Holvi / Revolut)
Founder & Equity Launchpad
Multi-founder startup teams (2–4 co-founders) building scalable tech or product businesses.
- Everything in Clean Formation
- Investor-Grade Shareholders’ Agreement (SHA / Osakassopimus)
- 4-Year Reverse Vesting Schedule with 1-Year Cliff
- Good Leaver & Bad Leaver Repurchase Clauses
- 100% Intellectual Property (IP) Assignment to the Oy
- Starttiraha Application Review (Business plan & cashflow audit)
- Corporate Bank Opening Support Pack (Nordea/OP or EMIs)
- Introduction to Tech-Friendly Accounting Partners & YEL Setup
- 90-Min Technical Architecture & MVP Roadmap Strategy Session
Turnkey Soft Landing & Studio Sprint
Foreign entrepreneurs relocating to Finland, Startup Permit applicants, or funded ventures.
- Everything in Founder Launchpad
- Immigration / Startup Residence Permit Documentation Alignment
- Migri Net Livelihood Threshold Compliance Audit (€1,210/mo rule)
- EEA Board Residency Structuring & PRH Exemption Filing
- Registered Office & Business Mail Setup Guidance
- 2-Week Venture Studio Technical MVP Scoping Sprint
- System Architecture Blueprint & Clickable Prototype Specification
- ★ 50% of Fee Credited directly toward subsequent MVP development contract
How We Compare to Other Options in Finland
Why standard accounting software and traditional law firms leave critical gaps for modern builders.
| Deliverable / Feature | Accounting SaaS (UKKO / Talenom) | Traditional Law Firm (BOWA / Lexia) | Pomegroup Startup Launchpad |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRH & Vero Registration | ✓ Automated standard forms | ✓ Handled by legal team | ✓ Full registration + tax registers |
| Upfront Legal Setup Cost | €0 – €495 + VAT | €2,300 – €4,500+ VAT | €1,850 + VAT (All-in) |
| Shareholders' Agreement (SHA) | ✗ Not included | ✓ Included (BOWA starts at €1,500) | ✓ Included with 4-yr reverse vesting |
| IP Assignment Agreement | ✗ None | ✓ Extra legal fee | ✓ Included (100% IP transfer to Oy) |
| Starttiraha Grant Safeguard | ✗ None (High risk of loss) | ✗ Pure law; no grant advice | ✓ Full sequencing & plan review |
| 72-Hour Banking Playbook | ✗ Only basic advice | ✗ None | ✓ Direct digital EMI fast-track |
| MVP & Tech Roadmap Alignment | ✗ None | ✗ None | ✓ 90-min technical architecture audit |
Get Your Free Launchpad Diagnostic
Tell us about your venture. We'll assess your Starttiraha eligibility, review your co-founder equity structure, and propose the optimal incorporation pathway.
- Free 30-minute founder equity & grant readiness call
- Zero pressure, actionable Finnish startup guidance
- Response within 24 business hours
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about setting up an Oy in Finland.