Last week, Wallester opened the doors to its new headquarters in Tallinn’s Golden Gate building – a defining moment in the company’s journey and a celebration of how far the team, partners, and clients have come together.
For a company that began in Tallinn less than a decade ago, the new office reflects the scale of growth, the ambition of what comes next, and Wallester’s belief that Estonia remains one of the best places in the world to build financial technology.
“Tallinn has always been central to Wallester’s success; it remains the foundation of our team, our innovation, and our long-term vision,” said Sergei Astafjev, Co-Founder and CEO. “Relocating to the Golden Gate building reflects the scale of our growth and our continued commitment to building from Estonia for the world.”
A Gala Evening That Showcased What Wallester Has Become
The celebration inside Golden Gate set the tone for the next chapter. Partners, clients, industry leaders, and long-time collaborators filled the space as the event opened with a curated reception led by some of Estonia’s top culinary talent. Executive chef Erik Prosvirin prepared a bespoke tasting menu, while world champion oyster shucker Anti Leppik delivered a live oyster experience that quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the evening.
From the first arrivals at 17:00, the atmosphere was unmistakable: proud, energetic, and filled with the sense that everyone present was witnessing a milestone in one of Europe’s fastest-growing fintech companies.
At 18:00, guests gathered for the official opening ceremony. Wallester’s leadership took the stage to reflect on the company’s growth, its tightening partnership ecosystem, and its ambition to scale even faster from its new home in Rotermann Quarter. Representatives from Visa, AWS, Holm Bank, Placet Group, Finance Estonia, EIS, and e-Residency joined employees and clients in marking the occasion.
One of the standout moments came from Wil Tham, Head of Commercial Segment, EMEA North at Amazon Web Services. Speaking about the long-standing partnership between AWS and Wallester, he shared a candid view of the company’s impact:
“Wallester’s growth has been extraordinary, not just in pace but in the clarity of its vision. What the team has built here in Tallinn shows the ambition, technical strength, and customer focus required to become one of the biggest fintechs in the world. By dollars, by percentage, what you have done is absolutely amazing. AWS is proud to support Wallester as it continues scaling across Europe and beyond.”
The celebration continued with a live pavlova presentation at 19:00 – a theatrical highlight that had guests gathering around the chefs’ table – before the evening shifted into a relaxed lounge setting. Groups explored the new workspace, reconnected with the team, and enjoyed a night that perfectly captured Wallester’s culture: ambitious, collaborative, warm, and deeply rooted in Estonia’s fintech landscape.
A Headquarters That Matches Wallester’s Momentum
The new Golden Gate office was designed to reflect Wallester’s values and long-term direction.
It includes energy-efficient infrastructure, modern meeting spaces, engineering-friendly work zones, and open creative areas built for cross-team collaboration. The layout supports the way Wallester operates: transparent, fast-moving, and guided by innovation.
Just as importantly, it gives the company the space to keep growing.
Wallester now employs over 200 people, including 156 based in Estonia, with 73 new hires joining in 2025 and 25 more roles currently open. The company has offices in Estonia, Latvia, France, and the United Kingdom, with further expansion planned.
A Year of Recognition – and Rising Expectations
The new headquarters opens at a moment of strong performance across the business.
In 2024, Wallester recorded €17.2 million in audited revenue, achieving 87% year-over-year growth, and remains on track to exceed these results in 2025.
The company has also received several major industry awards, including:
- FT1000 Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies — 1st in Estonia, 7th in Fintech across Europe
- Baltic Fintech Awards 2025 — Fintech Growth Story of the Year
- PayTech Awards — Best Spend Management System
- Europe Fintech Awards — Fintech of the Year
Taken together, these achievements underscore what the new headquarters symbolises: Wallester’s transition from a high-growth startup to a sustainable, long-term leader in European payment infrastructure.
Contributing to Estonia’s Digital Future
Wallester’s expansion goes beyond business metrics. The company continues to play a meaningful role in Estonia’s digital economy by creating jobs, driving technological development, and collaborating with institutions such as Holm Bank, Placet Group, Visa, Amazon Web Services, the Estonian Investment Agency (EIS), e-Residency, and Finance Estonia.
Wallester also supports community and youth initiatives, including the Naerata Ometi NGO, athlete Emili Nurk, and the Vortex Volleyball Team – reinforcing its commitment to Estonia not only as a headquarters location but as a home.
Looking Ahead
The Golden Gate headquarters marks the beginning of a new era for Wallester. It is a space built for bigger teams, bolder ideas, and global expansion – and a home that reflects the company’s belief in building meaningful technology from Estonia for the world.
This is more than an office. It’s a signal of intent, a place where the next chapter starts, and a reminder of what a focused team can achieve in a remarkably short time.
