Fixed-Fee Irish Company Formations & Statutory Accounting
Transparent, upfront formation solutions managed by Chartered and Certified Public Accountants. We handle official CRO filings, RBO anti-money laundering submissions, Revenue tax enrolments, and post-incorporation annual returns.
Complete Company Formation Package
The complete end-to-end statutory vehicle for Irish trading companies under the Companies Act 2014. Provides full legal separation between personal assets and corporate liabilities.
Deliverables Included in the €399.99 Package:
- Official Certificate of Incorporation: Statutory deed issued directly by the CRO legally establishing the company.
- Register of Beneficial Owners (RBO): Compulsory digital registration with the central Irish RBO repository in compliance with EU Anti-Money Laundering directives.
- Irish Revenue Tax Registration: Formal onboarding for Corporation Tax (CT), Employer PAYE/PRSI, and Value Added Tax (VAT).
- Company Constitution & Form A1 Drafting: Tailored articles prepared by Chartered Accountants, detailing authorized share capital and corporate objects.
- Statutory Register Guidance: Template registers of Directors, Members, Allotments, and Beneficial Owners.
- First Statutory Return Diary: Setup for your mandatory 6-month Annual Return Date (ARD) to maintain audit exemption.
Irish Corporation Tax Advantage
Trading profits are taxed at Ireland's benchmark 12.5% Corporation Tax rate. Qualifying startups may also avail of the Section 486C 3-Year Corporate Tax Holiday, exempting up to €40,000 in CT liabilities annually.
Business Name & Tax Registration Package
Designed for independent sole traders, freelancers, contractors, or business partners operating under a trade style other than their personal legal surnames.
Deliverables Included in the €99.99 Package:
- CRO Business Name Certificate: Official certificate granted under the Registration of Business Names Act 1963.
- Irish Revenue Self-Assessment Onboarding: Registration for Income Tax (IT) and PRSI (Class S contributions via Form TR1).
- VAT Registration Consultation: Assessment against Irish thresholds (€37,500 services / €75,000 goods) and voluntary submission where appropriate.
- Expense Structuring Guidance: Overview of allowable commercial deductions, capital allowances, and preliminary tax obligations.
When Is a Business Name Required?
Under Irish commercial law, if an individual or partnership conducts business under any name other than the true surnames of the partners without addition, registration with the CRO is mandatory.
Important: Business name registration does NOT create a separate legal entity or limit your personal financial liability. For complete asset protection, examine our Limited Company package.
Financial & Accountancy Services (Ryan Cannon Kirk)
Formation is just the beginning. Our parent firm Ryan Cannon Kirk (Est. 1946) provides comprehensive chartered accounting, statutory audit, and taxation retainers so your business never misses a deadline.
Statutory CRO Annual Returns
Mandatory 6-month initial return and subsequent annual financial statements filed with the CRO, protecting your audit exemption.
Corporation Tax Returns (CT1)
Preparation of corporate tax computations, loss reliefs, capital allowance deductions, and timely ROS submission before the 9-month deadline.
VAT3 & RTD Returns
Bi-monthly VAT reconciliation, European VIES returns, and the annual Return of Trading Details (RTD) to ensure complete Revenue harmony.
Payroll & Real-Time Reporting
Monthly and weekly director/employee payroll administration under Revenue's Real-Time PMR reporting with automatic payslip generation.
Comparative Structural Analysis Matrix
Choosing between a Sole Trader, Commercial Partnership, or Limited Company (LTD) dictates your tax rates, legal exposure, and banking credibility.
| Feature / Criterion | Sole Trader | General Partnership | Limited Company (LTD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Status | No separate legal personality. Individual is legally synonymous with the business. | No separate corporate entity. Shared commercial agreement between partners. | Distinct statutory legal personality created under the Companies Act 2014. |
| Personal Liability | Unlimited personal liability. Private personal assets and family home are fully exposed to business debts. | Joint and several unlimited liability. Each partner is personally liable for all partnership debts. | Strictly limited liability. Shareholder exposure is restricted solely to unpaid nominal share capital. |
| Taxation Head & Rates | Personal Income Tax, USC, and PRSI Class S up to 52% marginal rate on total net profits. | Individual partners taxed on allocated profit shares at personal rates up to 52%. | 12.5% Corporation Tax on trading profits. 3-year startup tax exemption (Section 486C) available. |
| CRO Public Disclosure | Private. No requirement to file financial accounts on the public CRO register. | Private. Accounts do not appear on public register (unless limited partnership). | Financial statements filed annually. Small companies qualify for abridged, audit-exempt disclosures. |
| Trade Name Protection | None. Business name registration does not grant proprietary name protection. | None. Multiple firms may register identical or similar trading names. | Exclusive national legal right to the incorporated name across Ireland. |
| Commercial & Banking Credibility | Perceived as small-scale. Enterprise Ireland grants and VC investment unavailable. | Moderate. Lenders require personal guarantees from all partners. | High institutional credibility. Essential for enterprise contracts, tenders, and investment rounds. |
Need guidance choosing the right structure?
Speak with Gerard Gormley CPA for a comprehensive pre-incorporation assessment.
Begin Your Incorporation Dossier
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