A clear, honest walkthrough of what registering a business actually involves: company types, what you need to provide, who can be a director, how long it really takes, and what happens after you file. No jargon, no guessing.
Company Type Recommended
Directors Required
EEA-Resident Director
Registered Office
Minimum Share Capital
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Most of our clients register in Ireland. Some register elsewhere in the EU for reasons specific to their business. Both paths go through the same intake and the same team.
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Company law recognises several structures. Almost every online store or small trading business registers as a Private Company Limited by Shares, so that is the default we recommend unless your situation calls for something else.
These come up more than anything else, and all three are easier to sort out before you name your directors.
If none of your company's directors live in the European Economic Area, most jurisdictions require a non-resident director bond, a form of insurance covering certain company liabilities, before the company can register. We arrange this when it applies to you, but it changes your setup, so it's worth knowing before you finalize who your directors are.
A private limited company needs at least one director and a separate company secretary. If there is only one director, that same person cannot also serve as secretary. A second person, or a corporate secretarial service, is required.
There is no large minimum capital requirement to register. Most companies register with a small, nominal number of shares. This is a formality, not a fundraising step, and it does not need to reflect how much the business is actually worth.
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Yes. Most of our clients are not resident where they register. You do not need to live in the country to own and run a company registered there.
No. The entire process can be completed remotely. We handle filing and send everything to you digitally.
No, but at least one director generally needs to be EEA-resident, or the company needs a non-resident director bond in place. We confirm which applies to you during intake.
There is no large minimum. Most companies register with a small, nominal number of shares as a formality, not a reflection of the business's value.
Basic company details become publicly searchable. This is standard practice across the EU and part of what makes a registered company credible to banks and payment processors.
Company registration creates the legal entity. A Tax ID, and VAT registration where it applies, is a separate step that lets the entity trade and be taxed correctly. We handle both, usually back to back.
Yes. Some clients register first and build the store after, others run both at once. If you are selling into the EU, registering early usually saves you unpicking VAT later, though it is not always the right order for everyone.
Tell us your preferred jurisdiction and a little about the business. You will get a straight answer on what your situation actually needs, including the parts you can skip.
