I’ve been reading about starting a company abroad for several weeks now, and honestly, the more I read, the more confused I become. Initially, I wanted to open something simple in Europe, thinking it would only take a couple of weeks, but it turns out there are a ton of nuances: banks, licenses, director requirements, etc. A friend of mine opened a company last year, and the process dragged on for almost six months because of the paperwork. Now I’m wondering—what’s the right way to start in 2026? Should I choose a country, find lawyers, or start with a bank account? It would be great to hear real-world advice from those who’ve been through this.