A Simpler Way to Build a Company Across Europe
EU Inc is a proposed EU-level business structure that lets founders incorporate once and operate across all member states — without the complexity of 27 different legal systems.
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Building cross-border in Europe is hard. EU Inc aims to change that.
One Incorporation
Register once at EU level. No need to set up separate legal entities in every country you operate in.
Unified Rules
A single legal framework replaces fragmented national requirements — fewer lawyers, less confusion.
Operate in 27 Countries
Access the full EU single market from day one, without entity-by-entity setup in each jurisdiction.
Lower Setup Costs
Eliminate duplicate legal fees, redundant filings, and administrative overhead of multi-country structures.
Faster to Market
Skip months of cross-border legal prep. Focus on building your product and reaching customers.
Legal Clarity
Standard governance rules reduce ambiguity for investors, partners, and employees across borders.
What Is EU Inc?
EU Inc (also referred to as a European Company Statute for Startups) is a legislative proposal being discussed at the European Commission level. The goal is to create a single, standardised company form that works across all EU member states — similar to how a US Delaware C-Corp can operate nationally.
Today, a startup that wants to sell in France, Germany, and Spain often needs three separate legal entities, three sets of accountants, and three compliance workflows. EU Inc proposes to solve this with a single structure governed by EU law.
While still in development, EU Inc has strong backing from founders, investors, and EU institutions. Startupping! is tracking this initiative closely and helping founders understand what it means for their business.
Who Is EU Inc For?
If you're building in Europe — or into Europe — this affects you.
Early-Stage Founders
Planning your legal structure? EU Inc could simplify your go-to-market across multiple EU countries from day one.
Scale-Up Companies
Already operating across borders? EU Inc may allow you to consolidate entities and reduce compliance costs.
Investors & VCs
Standardised legal structures mean cleaner cap tables, faster due diligence, and easier cross-border deal flow.
Service Providers
Lawyers, accountants, and advisors working with EU-based clients need to understand this framework early.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is EU Inc already available?
Not yet. EU Inc is a legislative proposal currently in discussion at EU level. It is expected to be formally debated and potentially enacted within the coming years.
How is EU Inc different from an SE (Societas Europaea)?
An SE already exists but requires minimum capital of €120,000 and is primarily designed for large corporations. EU Inc is designed for startups and SMEs, with lower barriers and a more modern governance framework.
Will EU Inc replace national company forms?
No. EU Inc will coexist with national legal structures. Founders will choose the structure that fits their needs — EU Inc simply adds a pan-European option.
What about taxes — will they be unified too?
Taxation is not part of the EU Inc proposal. Companies using EU Inc will still be subject to the tax laws of the countries where they operate.
How can Startupping! help me prepare?
We track EU policy, connect founders with legal and advisory experts, and provide practical guides as the legislation develops. Register above to receive updates.
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