Question 1

Can a non-resident form and own an Irish company?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Your nationality and where your shareholders are based place no limit on ownership. Irish law does require at least one director resident in the EEA; if none of your directors qualify, a Section 137 non-resident director bond can be used instead, which we arrange for you.

Question 2

What does it cost to form an Irish company?

Accepted Answer

A fully digital LTD incorporation starts at €249, and a standard LTD with a posted document pack is €295. Both already include VAT, the CRO processing fees and your company documents. Other structures such as a DAC (€349), unlimited company (€395) or PLC (€495) are also available.

Question 3

What is included in the formation price?

Accepted Answer

Every formation price includes VAT, the Companies Registration Office processing fees and standard postage of your company package. Before filing, we check your chosen name against the register, confirm your director, shareholder and member set-up, and draft the company constitution for your company type.

Question 4

Do I need a company secretary and a registered office?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every Irish company must appoint a company secretary and maintain a registered office address in the State. Where a company has a single director, the secretary must be a different person. We can act as your company secretary and provide a registered office; both are quoted on request.

Question 5

What is a Section 137 non-resident director bond?

Accepted Answer

If an Irish company has no EEA-resident director, a Section 137 bond satisfies the requirement instead. The total fee is €1,957.50 including VAT, it runs for two years and is non-refundable, and it insures the company for €25,000 against certain Companies Act and Revenue penalties. Appointing an EEA-resident director removes the need for a bond.

Question 6

What corporate tax rate applies in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Ireland's headline rate of corporation tax on trading income is 12.5%, among the most competitive in the EU and a major reason international businesses base themselves here. Your exact position depends on your activities, so we can introduce you to tax advisers where needed.

Question 7

Can the whole process be completed remotely?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Irish company formation can be handled entirely online without travelling to Ireland. Identity checks for directors and shareholders are completed digitally, and your company documents are delivered to you electronically or by post.

Question 8

Which company type should I choose?

Accepted Answer

Most founders register a private company limited by shares (LTD), which offers limited liability and a single-document constitution. Other structures are available too, including a Designated Activity Company (DAC), an unlimited company (ULC), a public limited company (PLC) and a company limited by guarantee (CLG).

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