To set up a company in Ireland, you must first choose a unique company name, select a business structure like a private limited company, and appoint a company secretary and at least one director. Next, secure a registered office address in Ireland and prepare incorporation documents, including the company's constitution and Form A1, which are submitted to the Companies Registration Office (CRO) via the online system (CORE). After registration, you'll need to register for taxes with Revenue, potentially open a business bank account, and comply with ongoing filing obligations. Rippling
1. Choose Your Company Structure and Name
Business Structure:
Decide on the legal structure for your business, with a private company limited by shares (an LTD) being the most common type in Ireland.
Company Name:
Choose a unique company name and verify its availability on the CRO's CORE tool. The name must typically end with "Limited" or "Teoranta".
2. Appoint Directors and a Secretary
Directors: Appoint at least one director to the company.
Company Secretary: Appoint a separate company secretary to handle statutory and administrative obligations.
3. Establish a Registered Office
- Registered Office: Secure a registered office address in Ireland, which is required for all official company correspondence.
4. Prepare and File Incorporation Documents
Constitution: Draft the company's constitution, outlining its purpose, powers, and governance.
Form A1: Complete the Form A1, the application for company incorporation.
Submission: Submit the completed Form A1 and other required documents through the CRO's online system (CORE).
Fees: Pay the applicable registration fee.
5. Post-Incorporation Steps
Tax Registration: Register the company for taxes, such as income tax and corporation tax, with the Irish Revenue Commissioners.
Business Bank Account: Open a business bank account in Ireland.
Beneficial Owner Registration: Register the beneficial owners of the company with the Relevant Business Occupier (RBO).
Annual Returns: File annual returns and accounts with the CRO to maintain compliance.
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