Frequently Asked Questions

EU Inc. (also known as the '28th regime' or S.EU - Societas Europaea Unificata) is a new pan-European company structure announced by the European Commission in January 2026. It allows entrepreneurs to register a single legal entity that operates seamlessly across all 27 EU member states with unified rules for incorporation, governance, and investment.

The '28th regime' refers to the fact that EU Inc. creates a single, unified corporate framework that sits alongside the existing 27 national legal systems of EU member states. Rather than replacing national company laws, it provides an optional alternative for businesses seeking pan-European operations.

The legislative proposal is expected in Q1 2026, followed by European Parliament and Council negotiations throughout 2026. The first EU Inc. registrations are expected to be available in Q1 2027, subject to the legislative process.

No. While both are European company structures, they're designed for different purposes. The existing Societas Europaea (SE) targets large public companies with high capital requirements (€120,000+) and complex formation processes. EU Inc. (S.EU) is specifically designed for startups and SMEs with minimal requirements and digital-first registration.

EU Inc. is designed to be accessible to entrepreneurs worldwide. You don't need to be an EU citizen or resident to form an EU Inc. Any individual or legal entity can register an EU Inc., regardless of their location.

Yes! One of the key features of EU Inc. is its accessibility to global entrepreneurs. Whether you're based in the United States, Asia, or anywhere else, you can form an EU Inc. entirely online without needing to travel to Europe.

No. EU Inc. registration is entirely digital and can be completed from anywhere in the world within 48 hours. There's no requirement for physical presence, notary appointments, or in-person meetings.

EU Inc. is designed to enable company registration within 48 hours. This is a significant improvement over traditional European company formations which can take weeks or months.

No. Unlike most European company structures, EU Inc. does not require notarial involvement. The entire process is digital and can be completed without any in-person appointments or notarized documents.

EU Inc. registration is conducted in English at the EU level. This eliminates the need for translations or navigating local language requirements that vary by member state.

EU Inc. has a minimum share capital requirement of just €1. This is the lowest capital requirement of any European company structure, making it extremely accessible for startups and early-stage businesses.

Official registration fees will be confirmed in the legislative proposal. However, the goal is to keep costs minimal and competitive. Service providers like Clemta will offer formation packages with all-inclusive pricing once EU Inc. launches.

EU Inc. is governed by EU-level regulation, not any single member state's national law. This means you follow one set of corporate rules regardless of where you operate in the EU. However, taxes and employment law still apply at the national level where you have operations.

EU Inc. is not a tax regime—taxes are still paid according to national laws where you have tax residence or permanent establishments. The company structure doesn't change your tax obligations, but it simplifies corporate governance across borders.

EU-FAST (Founders' Agreement Standard Terms) is a standardized investment documentation framework included with EU Inc. It provides template term sheets and investment agreements that work across all EU member states, reducing legal costs and speeding up fundraising.

EU-ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) is a harmonized stock option framework for EU Inc. companies. It provides consistent rules for granting, vesting, and exercising employee equity across all EU countries, solving a major challenge for European startups with distributed teams.

Clemta will offer comprehensive EU Inc. formation and management services, including: company registration, registered agent services, compliance management, banking assistance, and ongoing support. Our services are designed to make EU Inc. formation as simple as our popular US LLC services.

Clemta has helped over 18,000 entrepreneurs form US companies entirely online. We're applying this expertise to EU Inc., creating streamlined digital processes that make European company formation just as accessible as American incorporation.

Our early access program lets you join the waitlist for EU Inc. formation. Members get priority access when registration opens, early-bird pricing, exclusive updates on the legislative process, and preparation guides to get your business ready for EU Inc.