Southeast Estonia with it´s clean natural environment welcomes you! #Investor – this is your opportunity to expand green and sustainable business opportunities in Võru, Valga and Põlva counties
What we expect from you: # sustainability, # innovativeness, # green mentality. What we offer: # comprehensive assistance in all matters related to dealing with local municipalities and government agencies, help establish contacts, and obtain support
6 513 km2
area
2 863 km2
forest land
2 311 km2
arable land
87 301
population
1 903
vocational school students
9,7%
unemployment rate
3:00 h
Tallinn
3:10 h
Riga
5:30h
Petersburg
247 km
distance to Tallinn airport
242 km
distance to Riga airport
195 km
Pärnu
234 km
Riga
252 km
Tallinn
290 km
Paldiski
investment opportunities
#Investor and entrepreneur! Come bring your green and environmentally sustainable investment project, company and jobs To Southeast Estonia! You will find the best local competencies and support in the field of services in the wood sector, green and bioeconomy, food sector, teleworking, recreation, transport and logistics.
Investor privilege
We approach each investor personally
and facilitate fast business at both the
state and rural municipality level (e.g.
planning process).
We provide help and guidance with
applying for various subsidies:
The aim of the support measure is to contribute to the development of the Southeast Estonia region by supporting the development and innovation of entrepreneurship and the creation of more diverse employment opportunities. The application round is open once a year.
READ MOREThe aim of the support measure is to stimulate development of the Southeast Estonia region by improving the living conditions of specialists in cooperation between the state and local government units, thereby contributing to the retention and addition of specialists essential for the economic development of the region.
READ MOREThe Setomaa Programme is aimed at the part of the historic Setomaa region which is located on the national territory of Estonia – the Setomaa rural municipality. The aim of the programme is to keep the region viable by developing the business environment and human capital in Setomaa. The pre-application round for the Setomaa Programme is organised by the Võru County Development Centre.
READ MOREARIB is a government agency whose goal is to support the development of Estonian rural life and all our activities are aimed at improving the quality of life in the rural areas..
READ MOREEIC is the custodian of the future, with the support of which thousands of projects are implemented every year to improve and preserve the environmental condition in Estonia, remedy environmental damage or reproduce natural resources.
READ MOREWhy invest in Southeast Estonia?
- Unique natural environment
- Quiet and relaxing living
environment - Rich cultural heritage
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Southeast Estonian county business experts and investor consultants help and support the preparation of investments and finding cooperation partners in the Võru, Valga and Põlva regions. Our team is happy to help you with a free e-consultation service