Whistleblower law in Estonia #
Estonia was the second-to-last EU country to transpose the directive. The Rikkumisest teavitaja kaitse seadus was adopted in May 2024 and entered into force on September 1, 2024. Estonia was fined €500,000 plus €1,500 per day by the EU Court of Justice in March 2025 for late transposition.
Law #
Rikkumisest teavitaja kaitse seadus — adopted May 2024, entered into force September 1, 2024.
Who must comply #
Employers with 50+ employees.
Penalties #
Administrative fines for non-compliance. Source: European Commission transposition report
EU Court of Justice fine #
Estonia was fined €500,000 + €1,500/day by the EU Court of Justice in March 2025 for late transposition.