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Ministry of Education and Research - http://www.hm.ee/
Background information and policy initiatives for Education and Research. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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http://www.id.ee/ - http://www.id.ee/
The Estonian national identification card allows all citizens to issue digital signatures and to use Internet based services provided by the state and several private companies. Site provides software for the card reader. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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The Supreme Court of Estonia - http://www.nc.ee/
Reviews the constitutionality of laws and other legislation. List of justices, constitutional judgments, detailed explanation of the Estonian court system. [Estonian, English, Russian, French] |
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Statistical Office of Estonia - http://www.stat.ee/
Gathers and publishes Estonia's main economic, social and environmental indicators. [Estonian, English] |
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Estonian Environment Information Center - http://www.keskkonnainfo.ee/
Collects and processes data on Estonian nature and the state of the environment in order to provide information to decision makers. Includes information on water, air and waste. [Estonian, English] |
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Estonian Educational and Research Network (EENet) - http://www.eenet.ee/
Governmental non-profit organization with the task of coordinating and developing the computer networks for science, education and culture. Also manages the Estonian top-level domain (.ee). [Estonian, English] |
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Archimedes - http://www.archimedes.ee/
An independent body with the objective to coordinate and implement different European Union programs and projects in the field of training, education, research, technological development and innovation. [Estonian, English] |
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Ministry of Justice - http://www.just.ee/
Information about the legal and court systems. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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http://www.politsei.ee/ - http://www.politsei.ee/
News, facts and organizational information about the Estonian Police force. Also offers advice on what to do when being involved with or witnessing accidents and crimes. [Estonian, English] |
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The Government of the Republic of Estonia - http://www.valitsus.ee/
Official site. Information about the prime minister and ministers, coalition agreement, state budget and press releases. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs - http://www.vm.ee/
Includes details of foreign policy, government and ministries, publications, press releases and EU relations. |
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Ministry of Culture - http://www.kul.ee/
Areas of responsibility of the ministry, legal acts. [Estonian, English] |
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The Estonian Patent Office - http://www.epa.ee/
Protection of intellectual property in Estonia. [Estonian, English] |
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State Portal - Riigiportaal - http://www.eesti.ee/
Gateway to state institutions and agencies. Single-entry point for individuals and companies to state services. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Riigikogu - http://www.riigikogu.ee/
Parliament of Estonia. Official site with introduction, directory of members, committees, history of Toompea castle. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Estonian Informatics Centre - http://www.ria.ee/
Provides information systems development for state agencies. Backbone of the Estonian e-state. [Estonian, English] |
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communication - http://www.mkm.ee/
Drafts and implements economic policy with the objective to create a growing and competitive economy. Covers the Internal market, trade, energy, communication and IT. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Ministry of Agriculture - http://www.agri.ee/
News relating to agriculture in Estonia. Structure and departments of the ministry. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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The State Chancellery of the Republic of Estonia - http://www.riigikantselei.ee/
Provides support services to the government and the prime minister and information to the public. [Estonian, English, others] |
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Ministry of Social Affairs - http://www.sm.ee/
Health, labor, social security. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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The President of the Republic of Estonia - http://www.president.ee/
Official site. Includes duties, speeches, constitution and state symbols. [Estonian, English] |
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Estonian Land Board - http://www.maaamet.ee/
Description of activities, applicable legislation and an interactive map with detailed satellite photos of the country. [Estonian, English] |
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Ministry of the Environment - http://www.envir.ee/
News and activities of the ministry. [Estonian, English] |
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Association of Estonian Cities - http://www.ell.ee/
Structure and workings of the association. List of member cities. [Estonian, English] |
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State Information System - http://www.riso.ee/
Implementation of information society strategy, interoperability for state information technology projects and information security. Overview of coordination activities and publications. [Estonian, English] |
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Health Protection Inspectorate - http://www.tervisekaitse.ee/
State supervision agency of consumer goods, drinking water, beaches, and areas that affect public health. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Estonian National Electoral Committee - http://www.vvk.ee/
Publishes the results of all elections held in Estonia. [Estonian, English] |
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Estonian Tax and Customs Board - http://www.emta.ee/
Provides information on taxes, tariffs and regulations. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Ministry of the Interior - http://www.siseministeerium.ee/
Provides internal security, protects public order and develops regional cooperation. News and information regarding activities. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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State Agency of Medicines - Ravimiamet - http://www.sam.ee/
National drug and medical devices regulatory authority for human and veterinary products. An agency of the Ministry of Health. [Estonian, English] |
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Department of Prisons - http://www.vangla.ee/
Information about the Estonian prison system. A department of the ministry of justice. [English, Estonian, Russian] |
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Estonian Road Administration - http://www.mnt.ee/
Information about roads and traffic in Estonia. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Estonian Competition Authority - http://www.konkurentsiamet.ee/
Regulatory authority for competition, communication and energy. Policies and working divisions. [Estonian, English] |
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http://www.pass.ee/ - http://www.pass.ee/
Information about the ID card, its uses and how to apply for one. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Estonian Technical Surveillance Authority - http://www.tja.ee/
Authority responsible for railway and industrial safety as well as electronic communications. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Estonian Motor Vehicle Registration Centre - http://www.ark.ee/
Has responsibility over the registration of motor vehicles, issuing of driving licences, monitoring of roadworthiness tests and confirming compliance with technical requirements. Site describes procedures, lists fees and contact information. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Citizenship and Migration Board - http://www.mig.ee/
Information for foreigners living in and moving to Estonia. Handles work permits, residence permits and applications for citizenship. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Ministry of Defence - http://www.mod.gov.ee/
Structure, budgets, and policy of the ministry. Estonia's role in NATO. [Estonian, English] |
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Estonian Air Navigation Services - http://www.eans.ee/
A state-owned business entity responsible for air traffic management and air traffic safety. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Financial Supervision Authority - http://www.fi.ee/
An autonomous agency of the Bank of Estonia which supervises the financial sector. [Estonian, English] |
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Estonian Defence Forces - http://www.mil.ee/
Estonia's defense policy, army, navy, air force and NATO role. [Estonian, English] |
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Security Police - http://www.kapo.ee/
General information about the history, tasks and structure of the security police. [Estonian, English, French, German] |
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World Trade Organization - Estonia and the WTO - http://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/countries_e/estonia_e.htm
World Trade Organization member information for Estonia. Goods and services schedules, trade policy and disputes. |
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IMF - Republic of Estonia and the IMF - http://www.imf.org/external/country/est/index.htm
News, data and reports concerning the economic and financial situation of Estonia. |
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Guarantee Fund - http://www.tf.ee/
Guarantees bank deposits and mandatory pension funds as well as providing investor protection. Contributions to the fund and compensation scheme. [Estonian, English] |
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Place Names Board of Estonia - http://www.eki.ee/knn/index2.htm
Implements the place names act and publishes the official list of place names. Also offers toponymic guidelines. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Elections Committee of the Estonian Republic - http://www.valimised.ee/
Information about how to vote via Internet. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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UNICEF - At a Glance: Estonia - http://www.unicef.org/infobycountry/estonia.html
Basic indicators and statistics for Estonia concerning health, education, economics, women and children. |
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Defence League - http://www.kaitseliit.ee/
A voluntary military national defence organization which is part of the defence forces. [Estonian, English] |
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Minister for Population and Ethnic Affairs - http://www.rahvastikuminister.ee/
The office of the minister deals with integration, citizenship, national minorities, and child and family policies. [Estonian, English, Russian] |
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Health Care Board - http://www.tervishoiuamet.ee/
Sites offers statutes, legislation and registration of health care providers. [Estonian, English] |
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Estonian Rescue Board - http://www.rescue.ee/
Responsible for fire and rescue services. [Estonian, English] |
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Civil Aviation Administration - http://www.ecaa.ee/
Includes legal and statistical information. [Estonian, English] |
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Estonian Institute of Economic Research - http://www.ki.ee/
Gathers socio-economic data, processes and analyses it for macro and micro-economic decisions. [Estonian, English] |
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Bank of Estonia - http://www.bankofestonia.info/
Central Bank, responsible for monetary policy. Daily fixings, monetary policy, banking system, banknotes and coins and economic indicators. |