For Overseas Founders

Irish company formation for non-resident founders

Register your Irish company from anywhere in the world. We handle the paperwork and send your official documents digitally — no visit to Ireland required.

Why Incorporate In Ireland

Real advantages our overseas clients rely on

12.5% Corporation Tax

Ireland's rate for relevant trading activities is low and attractive compared with most other countries.

Set Up in 3–5 Working Days

Minimum issued share capital is just €0.01.

R&D Tax Credits

Qualifying R&D activity can reduce your corporation tax liability even further.

Built for founders outside Ireland

Why choose Thornwell to set up your company

  • Speedy company setup — registered in as little as 3–5 working days.
  • All-inclusive packages covering everything needed to start operating your Irish company.
  • Registered office and company secretarial support, giving your business a credible Irish presence from day one.

What working with us looks like

  • Hassle-free handling of the paperwork, with digital copies of everything sent your way as we go.
  • A legally registered, fully compliant company presence in Ireland from the outset.
  • Applications prepared right the first time, avoiding delays from rejected filings.

EU Resident Director Packages

Compare our EU resident formation packages

For companies where at least one director is resident in an EEA member state (not Ireland). Director based in Ireland? See our Irish Resident Director packages instead.

EU Foundation

€395 / incl. CRO fee
For founders with at least one director resident in an EEA member state.
  • Incorporation, Constitution & Share Certs
  • Company Seal & Digital Pack
  • RBO Registration
  • IPN Applications (up to 3) – additional €25 per individual
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EU Package Add-Ons

Optional extras for any EU resident package
  • Registered Office AddressFacilitated through our authorised third-party provider at their standard rate.
    Standard rate
  • Nominee Company Secretary
    €250.00
  • RBO ReportOfficial Registry Copy
    €25.00

Non-EU Resident Packages

Compare our non-EU resident formation packages

For companies with no director resident in the EEA. Please confirm your directors' residency before choosing a package.

Non-EU Foundation

€2,500 / incl. CRO fee
For companies with no EEA-resident director. Includes the required Section 137 bond.
  • Company Incorporation (CRO – CORE)
  • Constitution & Share Certificates
  • Digital Company Pack & Company Seal
  • RBO Registration
  • IPN Applications (max 4)
  • Section 137 Bond Application
  • Registered Office Address (12 months)
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Frequently Asked

Questions non-resident founders ask

Setting up from outside Ireland raises questions the standard FAQ doesn't cover — here are the ones we hear most.

Yes. The company can have any number of directors, but at least one must be resident in an EEA member state — unless the company holds a non-resident director bond instead.

No. We manage the entire registration process on your behalf, with all documents sent to you digitally.

No. But if none of your directors live in Ireland or another EEA state, the company needs a non-resident director bond in place — covered in our Non-EU package.

A company name and registered office address, the company type and constitution, share capital details, and at least one director and secretary (two directors for company types other than a private company limited by shares).

Usually 3–5 working days once we have your details, depending on CRO workload at the time.

Yes, every Irish company needs one. We can arrange a registered office address for you through our authorised third-party provider, at their standard rate.

A PPS Number is Ireland's standard personal identifier, used by residents for tax and state services. Most non-resident directors won't have one — instead, the CRO issues an IPN (Identified Person Number) to verify your identity for filing purposes. This is what our IPN application service covers as part of your package.

Ready to register from wherever you are?

Call +353 1 908 1521 or email info@thornwellformations.ie and we'll get you started.