MEPs approve a roadmap to harmonize the single market through a "28-regime" that will allow companies to be set up entirely digitally in 48 hours with a symbolic capital of one euro.
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El Parlamento Europeo approved a series of recommendations to create the Sociedad Europea Unificada (S.EUThis new legal entity seeks to harmonize the rules of the single market, allow digital registrations within 48 hours, and promote cross-border investment, responding to the need for greater global competitiveness.
With majority support from 492 votes in favorWith 144 votes against and 28 abstentions, MEPs have laid the groundwork for what will be the proposal of the Comisiónexpected in the first quarter of 2026. The initiative is committed to a single set of harmonized standards, known as the "regime number 28", designed to ensure a level playing field for businesses across the UE.
Under this future framework, member countries will be able to create a new corporate form or incorporate these community rules into an existing one, making it easier for companies to thrive and expand internationally.
Accelerated digital registration and minimum capital
The proposal Sociedad Europea Unificada (S.EU) would apply to unlisted limited liability companies headquartered in one of the 27 countries of the UEThe goal is to eliminate bureaucratic barriers through a process of fully digital record that can be completed in a maximum of 48 hours.
To promote smooth operations within the internal market, the Comisión It would operate a uniform multilingual digital portal, accessible in all member states, both for communication with the authorities and to provide information to investors.
| Key Feature | Proposal Details |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Sociedad Europea Unificada (S.EU) |
| Social capital | Minimum disbursed of one euro |
| Registration Time | 48 hours (100% digital process) |
| Voting Results | 492 in favor / 144 against / 28 abstentions |
| Deadline for Commission Proposal | First quarter of 2026 |
Talent attraction and alternative investment
The approved text underlines the need to facilitate access to the S.EU to investment through alternative financing modelsMEPs propose optional protection schemes, such as the separation of economic and voting rights, or the distribution of benefits based on contractual agreements limited in time or amount.
Likewise, to attract and retain top talent, rules are suggested that favor employee stock ownership plans and stock options (stock options), key tools in the ecosystem of innovative companies.
R&D and dispute resolution in English
El Parlamento establishes that the S.EU They must have the capacity to commercialize fundamental research. A call is made to improve cooperation between SMEs. start-ups, scale ups and research institutions in the UE.
A key point is the recommendation to access specialized and expedited dispute resolution mechanisms that could be implemented in Englishthus facilitating operations in a global business environment.
After the vote, the speaker René Repasi (S&D, DE) declared: "Today's vote demonstrates that Europa can and must fix what has long held innovators back from global competitors. Our vision of the S.EU It would allow companies to set up in 48 hours, in a fully digital and cross-border manner.". Repasi He added that the Parlamento Europeo also demands robust social standards as part of this new regime.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Unified European Society
- What is the "regime 28" proposed by Parliament?
It is a unique set of harmonized rules at European level that seeks to guarantee a level playing field for businesses across the region. UEallowing for simpler operation beyond national legislation. - What financial and time requirements will the S.EU have?
The proposal states that these companies can be established with a paid-up capital of just one euro and through a fully digital registration that does not exceed 48 hours. - When will this new legal framework come into effect?
It is currently a series of recommendations approved by the Parlamento. It is expected that the Comisión Submit the formal legislative proposal by the first quarter of 2026.
