Types of Company

There are two types of company, a private company and a public company.

The majority of companies registered in Ireland are private companies.

There are four types of Private company:

  • Private limited by share capital
  • Single member private limited by share capital
  • Limited by Guarantee with share capital
  • Unlimited company.

There are four types of Public company:

  • Public Limited company
  • Public Unlimited company
  • Company limited by guarantee without share capital
  • Societas Europaea

 

Timescale Cost
3 to 5 days € 320

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Ireland Key points

  • Only 3 to 5 days to incorporate.
  • Directors can be of any EU nationality.
  • Only 1 shareholder required.
  • 100% overseas shareholders allowed.
  • Equal treatment for domestic and foreign shareholders.
  • No obligation requiring Irish participation in the management of your company.
  • Share Capital requirement is only €100.
  • Exemption for 3 years from Corporation Tax if your taxable profits are less than €320,000.
  • Low Corporation Tax of 12.5%.
  • We are members of the Irish Companies Registration Office electronic filing scheme.
  • We provide you with full expert assistance throughout every step of the company formation process.
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