One-off set-up costs
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| CRO Form A1 filing (online) | €50 |
| Formation agent / accountant package | roughly €150 – €450 including the CRO fee |
| Company secretary service (if needed) | roughly €100 – €300 per year |
| Registered office address service | roughly €100 – €300 per year |
| Non-resident director bond (only if no EEA director) | several hundred euro per year in premium |
| Business name registration (if trading under another name) | around €20 online |
Indicative ranges only, gathered from published Irish formation packages. Your matched partner will confirm an exact fixed price before you commit.
Ongoing yearly costs
- Annual return (Form B1) to the CRO — free if filed on time; late filing brings penalties and loss of audit exemption.
- Accountancy — financial statements, corporation tax return (CT1), directors' payroll and tax returns. Small companies commonly pay from around €1,200 to €3,000+ a year depending on volume.
- Bank, insurance and payment processing — compare card-payment providers early; rates for new businesses vary a lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to register a company in Ireland?
Filing Form A1 yourself online costs €50 in CRO fees, but mistakes can cause rejection or problems later. A fixed-fee formation package from an agent or accountant usually costs between about €150 and €450.
Are there annual fees for an Irish limited company?
Filing the annual return on time is free, but you'll pay for accountancy, and possibly a secretary or registered office service. Late filing triggers CRO penalties.