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Everything you need to establish your business in Ireland. Incorporate, file taxes, and stay automatically compliant. We’ll guide you every step of the way.
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Benefits
Why choose Commenda for your company expansion in Ireland
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Stay compliant, automatically
We help automate filings and compliance tasks, keeping your business up to date with GST, corporate tax, and everything in between.
Entity Types
Choose the right business structure for your company
Private Company Limited by Shares (LTD)
Limited Partnership (LP)
Private Company Limited by Shares (LTD)
A Private Company Limited by Shares (LTD) in Ireland is a separate legal entity that offers limited liability protection and is the most common corporate structure for small to medium-sized enterprises.
Benefits
- Limited liability protection for shareholders, minimizing personal risk
- A straightforward corporate structure that’s well-recognized by investors, customers, and banks
- Allows for flexibility in distributing shares and managing ownership
- Perpetual existence (Going Concern), independent of shareholder changes
- Generally lower corporate tax rate compared to many other jurisdictions
Things to consider
- Must adhere to Irish Company Law requirements (e.g., annual returns, statutory filings)
- Typically requires at least one director and a separate company secretary (can be the same person under certain conditions, but not recommended)
- Directors have fiduciary duties under Irish law
- Public trading of shares is not permitted
Limited Partnership (LP)
A Limited Partnership (LP) in Ireland combines the advantages of partnership flexibility with limited liability protection for limited partners, making it attractive in certain investment or specialized business scenarios.
Benefits
- Flexible structure with no strict corporate formalities
- Limited partners can limit their liability to the amount invested
- Often used for investment funds or specialized joint ventures
- May offer pass-through taxation in some cases (depending on tax rules and the residence status of partners)
Things to consider
- Requires at least one general partner with unlimited liability
- Limited partners cannot actively manage the business without losing liability protection
- Must comply with registration and ongoing reporting obligations under the Limited Partnership Act
- Less recognized by conventional lenders and institutional investors compared to LTDs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreigner fully own an Irish company?
Yes, foreigners can own 100% of an Irish company.
How long does the incorporation process take?
Typically 3-5 business days.
Do I need to be in Ireland to incorporate?
No, but at least one director must be an EEA resident.
What is Ireland’s corporate tax rate?
Ireland has a 12.5% corporate tax rate, one of the lowest in Europe.
Do I need a company secretary?
Yes, all Irish companies must appoint a company secretary.
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