Ireland company formation: 2026 guide

Ireland is a onshore jurisdiction in the EU. Headline taxation: 12.5% trading, 15% Pillar 2 for large groups. Companies are typically operational in 5 days from approximately $5,500 all-in for first-year set-up.

Tax headline

12.5% trading, 15% Pillar 2 for large groups

Formation

5 days

From

$5,500

Treaties

75+

Substance

Substance critical (CFC, BEPS)

Banking

BOI, AIB, plus US bank branches

What we use Ireland for

· SaaS company
· IP holding company
· Investment fund

Highlights

· EU passport
· R&D credit
· Section 110
· ICAV fund vehicle

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