Getting your Irish Personal Number (IPN)
An IPN is needed by all directors and any shareholder with more than 25%.
If you don’t already have one, we guide you through requirements, document prep, and keep the process on track.
Non-European TeamsIrish Companies for Non-European Teams
For teams without a director resident in the 27 EEA Countries - let Open Forest get your new Irish company set up.
We’ve walked this path
thousands of times before.
Open Forest has helped thousands of founders incorporate - with structured workflows and qualified experts checking the details before anything is filed.
Non-European TeamsWhy Ireland for Non-European Founders?
One jurisdiction. Full EU access, low tax, and zero language barriers.
Familiar Ltd Co structure
Virtually identical to a UK Ltd — easy for British founders to operate and understand from day one.
Holding company friendly
Ireland's participation exemption makes it an ideal jurisdiction for international holding structures and IP holding.
Established business ecosystem
Home to Apple, Google, Meta — a mature, well-serviced environment with deep professional infrastructure.
Easy board meetings
No complex residency requirements to hold director meetings in Ireland — straightforward governance.
Reviewed by experts,
checked by technology
We prepare the documents and registers, then qualified professionals review everything before anything is filed or issued.
Here's how it works
Step 1
Complete our super-simple onboarding process
Answer a few basic questions about your company, ownership, and plans. We make the complicated technical decisions, in your best interests.
Experts & Technology
Step 2
Our Tech and Human Experts review your application for accuracy
Our workflows prepare the documents and registers, then qualified professionals check the details before anything is filed or issued.
Working Together
Step 3
Let us deal with the pain of the Regulator, while you stay focused on your business
We submit to the Company Registry and handle follow-ups, so you don't have to chase emails or track statuses.
Open Forest stays on top of your CRO obligations, keeps filings moving, and flags anything that needs your sign-off - so you don’t lose time to follow-ups or missed deadlines.
Start IncorporationWhat you need to set up
an Irish company
Two things to sort before incorporation: (1) your Irish ID number (IPN) and (2) a non-resident insurance bond. Here’s exactly what’s involved:
Non-resident director bond
Non-EEA resident director companies usually need a Section 137 bond before incorporation can complete.
We confirm whether the bond applies, arrange the correct cover, and connect it to the CRO filing workflow.
Incorporation documents and registers
We help you prepare shareholder, director, registered office, company secretary, and beneficial owner details in the format Revenue and the CRO expect.
Pricing & Packages
Clear packages for incorporation, tax, and ongoing filings.
So you pay for what you need, when you need it.
Clear pricing to suit everyone, no surprises
Build your package and see the full cost before checkout. See the Plan Comparison tab for full details.
The Essentials
Choose one of our two packages*
Add-ons
Registered Office Address*All Irish companies are required to have a registered office address in Ireland - to receive official correspondence. Use ours to hide your personal address from the public register.
Company Secretary Service*All companies are required to appoint a Company Secretary. It's a legal requirement to appoint someone with the skills and resources for the job.
Tax & Accounting
Do you need our tax and accounting solutions?*
Non-residents
Irish Identification Number (IPN) - €79 /person*All Directors (and Shareholders with more than 25%) without an Irish PPS number need a verified identification number (IPN) before the company can be registered. You will need to visit a Notary Public in your town/city and then we will do the rest.
People
Non-Resident Bond (no EEA resident director only)*If none of your directors are resident in the EEA, Irish law requires a two-year non-resident (Section 137) bond as security against certain penalties. You only need it when no director qualifies.
Payment Breakdown
Sub-total€0.00
VAT* @ 23% (*applied in all cases as the new Irish entity is charged)€0.00
Total€0.00
Review the breakdown. We'll confirm any required extras before submitting anything.
*This pricing is provided as a guide only and may change based on your company's facts, filing complexity, and any third-party fees. Open Forest provides compliance and operational support, but final outcomes may be affected by information supplied by you and regulator requirements.
Trusted compliance for Ireland
Regulated, accountable, and built to keep your company
compliant beyond incorporation.
“Outstanding service from start to finish! The Open Forest team handled my company registration (including getting my Non-Residents ID Number) in less than a week, which was much faster than I expected. Their replies to my emails were always quick and clear, making the whole process smooth and stress-free. I really appreciate their professionalism and efficiency, and I would gladly recommend Open Forest to anyone looking for fast and reliable company registration support. Thank you again for the great experience!”
Preetam Yadav
Google Review
“Open Forest set up our business, the entire process was seamless, stress-free and very efficient. The team just gets it, which allowed us to focus on other parts of the business with confidence. Their support made a real difference, and we highly recommend them to any startup or SME looking for reliable legal guidance. Thank you, Open Forest!”
Elaine Kelly
Google Review
“Open Forest has been a huge support in managing our compliance and legal work. Their expertise gives me peace of mind and allows me to focus on growing the business without distractions. Highly recommend!”
Tanzeeb Iqbal
Google Review
“Super helpful and efficient service that saved us so much time in setting up our business. Would highly recommend Open Forest to any start up that wants to get their business set up perfectly from the start.”
Conor Fay
Google Review
“Amazing service. Super efficient. Incorporated in 4 days. Thanks Stuart and team. Looking forward to working with you as company secretary.”
Emma Lynch
Google Review
“Super service. They worked on weekends and after hours to ensure rapid registration. Despite a name change request by the CRO, we had the company registration in a week.”
Brian Mahony
Google Review
“Brilliant service, easy, straightforward, and the compliance calendar, dataroom, and initial agreements are amazing!”
Paddy Ryan
Google Review
“Amazing Service, Right on time would highly recommend”
karim mouallia
Google Review
“Thanks to the Open Forest team for helping us navigate Irish company registration so seamlessly - professional, friendly and highly recommend”
Fi From Fineo
Google Review
Qualified professionals, including Company Secretaries, Qualified Lawyers, and Chartered Accountants & Tax Advisors, oversee every aspect of your company's compliance.
Frequently asked questions
1What's included in the price?
Your package price covers the full incorporation workflow end-to-end: smart onboarding to collect company and stakeholder details, preparation of the required documents and registers, expert review before anything is submitted, and filing with the CRO-including the €50 CRO fee. You'll also get a clear audit trail and downloadable outputs (documents, confirmations, and receipts) once filing is complete.
2Is pricing per company or per user?
Core incorporation pricing is per company. Some add-ons are priced by service, person, year, or month, so the calculator separates one-off and recurring costs clearly.
3Do I have to buy everything, or can I pick services?
You can choose the services you need. Start with incorporation, then add registered office, company secretary, tax and accounting, identification numbers, or a non-resident bond when relevant.
4Are government fees included?
The Essentials and Future Proof incorporation packages include the €50 CRO incorporation fee. Any other government charges, disbursements, or third-party costs are confirmed before submission.
5When do I pay?
You pay before we submit filings or activate paid services. Recurring services are billed on the schedule shown in your pricing breakdown.
6Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. You can cancel ongoing support at any time. We'll keep your company records clear and help make handover straightforward.
7What happens to my documents if I cancel?
Your documents remain available to you. We keep a clear record of filings, confirmations, receipts, and company outputs so you can download and retain them.
8Is my data secure?
Yes. Open Forest uses structured workflows, controlled access, and secure document handling to protect company and stakeholder information.
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We’ll cover what matters most
- The right Irish company setup (structure, shareholders, directors)
- Tax registrations (CT, VAT, PAYE) and what applies to you
- Timeline, costs, and what documents Revenue/CRO may request
- Common pitfalls founders hit—and how we avoid them