Ireland Company Registration - Business Setup
- Register your Company in Ireland 2-3 days (upon validation of your identification documents).*
- Client confidentiality protection via secured systems.
- Your company and its application for a bank account, including eBanking. Opening by correspondence.
- A dedicated manager is available throughout the year to administer your company.
5 simple steps are needed to incorporate your company in Ireland
Complete our application form - Ireland
Complete our order form and make the payment for your chosen services. You will then be assigned a client manager to assist you through the incorporation process.
Upload your documents
Your account manager will ask you for official documents which are required for your company formation.
Incorporate your company successfully
Once your documents have been processed your company will be successfully incorporated subject to local authority approval.
Process any additional services
Your account manager will guide you through the steps of completing your request of additional services such as bank accounts.
Manage Your company via our client portal
Our client portal will give you immediate access to all your documents as well as display your company structure.
Ireland Company Formation
Good to Know
As well as the low Corporate Tax rate of 12.5% (0% for some companies until 2023), there are many other benefits of doing business in Ireland. For example, Ireland’s holding company regime is world renowned, as is Ireland’s tax structure and ease of doing business (Ranked as the best country in the world to do business by Forbes for 2014)
Main Characteristics of an Ireland Company
Company type
Private Limited Company by Shares (LTD)
Governing corporate legislation
Irish companies are regulated under the Companies Act 2014.
Information published relating to company officers
Upon registration of the company, the names of company officers will appear on public record.
Accounting requirement
Accounts and tax filing must be submitted by year-end.
Taxation
Ireland’s corporate tax rate is 12.5%.
Standard currency
EUR
Time to form
Ireland has a fast and efficient registry. Company formation can be processed electronically within a day (upon validation of your identification documents).
Stability
Very stable jurisdiction with an excellent reputation.
Communication
Good communication means.
Time zone
Convenient time zone (GMT).
Secretary required
Yes
Paid up capital requirement
Minimum share capital: EUR 1
Renewal Date
Anniversary date of the company / Each Year
Basis of legal System
Common Law
Minimum directors/shareholders
Minimum of 1 director and 1 shareholder.
Bearer shares
Bearer shares are not permitted.
Additional Facts
Ireland’s strong legal and regulatory landscape makes the country an attractive and stable place to do business. Irish regulators across different sectors have a strong reputation for excellence.
Documents Required
for the Creation of an Ireland Company
A certified copy 
Certification of a passport can be made by a notary, an attorney-at-law, a bank, a public officer, or in accordance with SFM indications. Kindly consult your dedicated account manager at SFM to obtain precise information.
of your passport, 2 certified proofs of domicile dated less than three months, a curriculum vitae, as well as last 3 months' bank statement. All in original.**
Ireland Company, ideal for:
* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
Our Client Reviews
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Overall Rating
96%
Customer satisfaction rate, testimonials verified by Feefo.com
14-Jun-2025
SFM is a team of professionals who can help you set up and run a business efficiently with relevant and responsive information. I highly recommend!
SFM is a team of professionals who can help you set up and run a business efficiently with relevant and responsive information. I highly recommend!
30-May-2025
Perfect service. Thank you. To open a company, it's very easy.
Perfect service. Thank you. To open a company, it's very easy.
22-May-2025
Great service. Personalised and uncomplicated service. Answers all your questions in good time. We were lucky enough to be assigned Mr Alkesh Luchmun for our case and he has been tireless in helping us.
Great service. Personalised and uncomplicated service. Answers all your questions in good time. We were lucky enough to be assigned Mr Alkesh Luchmun for our case and he has been tireless in helping us.
21-May-2025
Very professional and supportive
Very professional and supportive
20-May-2025
Outstanding team of professionals. Care and attention to details all along the process embedded with coaching and empowering aspects for a successful outcome. Brilliant
Outstanding team of professionals. Care and attention to details all along the process embedded with coaching and empowering aspects for a successful outcome. Brilliant
20-May-2025
I had an excellent experience working with SFM, from the very beginning, the team "Nooren" demonstrated exceptional professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail, with very good advertising and guidance.
Nooren guided me through every step of the process with clarity and efficiency, making what could have been a complex and time-consuming task feel seamless and well-managed. Communication was always timely and informative, and all commitments were met exactly as promised.
Thank you,
RM
I had an excellent experience working with SFM, from the very beginning, the team "Nooren" demonstrated exceptional professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail, with very good advertising and guidance.
Nooren guided me through every step of the process with clarity and efficiency, making what could have been a complex and time-consuming task feel seamless and well-managed. Communication was always timely and informative, and all commitments were met exactly as promised.
Thank you,
RM
Having a favourable business climate and a well-educated workforce, Ireland is a popular destination to register a company, especially for tech companies and startups. The country's well-developed business infrastructure and access to the European market make it an ideal location for companies seeking to establish a presence in the region. Additionally, Ireland's stable political environment and competitive operating costs have further contributed to its popularity as an onshore jurisdiction for international businesses.
With our streamlined company formation process, we can help you register a company in Ireland. Moreover, we can assist you in renewing your company license and ensuring compliance with relevant authorities. As an experienced onshore/offshore business partner, we are well-versed in handling company license renewals and ensuring compliance with local regulations. If you are interested in offshore company or onshore company formation, we can also provide you with a detailed breakdown of the cost involved in registering a company.
