CRO Incorporation Filing
We prepare and submit your Form A1, company constitution, and all incorporation documents to the Companies Registration Office.
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Irish Company Formation for Non-Resident Directors
Private Limited Company (LTD) — Fully Remote, Worldwide
A premium, fully remote Irish LTD formation service for non-resident directors. Abbey Blue handles VIF/IPN identity verification, Section 137 compliance, CRO incorporation filing, registered office, company secretary, and post-incorporation guidance from start to finish.
€5,998 ex VAT
One-off payment
CRO compliantDedicated advisorFully remote onboardingAll nationalities welcome
Included
Everything included in this service
VIF / IPN Processing
We provide the Form V1 template, Notary guidance, and handle your CRO CORE portal submission to secure your Identified Person Number.
Certificate of Incorporation
Your digital certificate is issued once the CRO approves your new Irish LTD. Delivered directly to you by email.
Tax & RBO Registration
Corporation Tax registration and beneficial ownership registration guidance are included so your company starts on the right footing.
Registered Office Address
A CRO-compliant Irish registered office address for Year 1. Official mail is received, scanned, and forwarded to you digitally.
Company Secretary — Year 1
Professional company secretary service for the first year. Manages CRO deadlines and statutory compliance obligations.
Section 137 Bond Arrangement
We arrange the Section 137 Bond required where there is no EEA-resident director, including application coordination and CRO filing support.
Dedicated Named Advisor
One named advisor keeps the process moving from first name check through to post-incorporation registrations. No handoffs.
Overview
What does this service include?
A guided LTD formation from start to finish
Abbey Blue Formations manages every step of your Irish Private Limited Company formation, from the initial company name check and CRO availability search through to Form A1 preparation, constitution drafting, and certificate delivery.
The service is built for international founders based in India, the US, UK, UAE, Canada, and worldwide who need a clean, compliant process without navigating Irish company law from abroad.
There are no hidden steps, no surprise requirements, and no charges beyond what is stated.
Full non-EEA compliance — bond or nominee director, your choice
Irish company law requires every Irish LTD to have at least one EEA-resident director unless a Section 137 Bond is in place.
Abbey Blue Formations handles the non-resident compliance process fully. We explain which option is right for your situation, arrange the compliance instrument, and file everything with the CRO on your behalf.
From the VIF Form notarisation process to IPN issuance and bond arrangement, every non-resident-specific requirement is managed as part of your package.
Built for compliant launch readiness
Once your company is incorporated, we move immediately to the compliance steps that commonly follow, including Corporation Tax registration with Revenue, RBO guidance, and confirmation of your Annual Return Date with the CRO.
You receive clear next steps, practical timelines, and dedicated support so your Irish company can move from Certificate of Incorporation to actively trading with confidence.
Documents required — all non-resident directors
Valid passport — notarized copy required for VIF submission.
Proof of address — utility bill or bank statement, max 3 months old.
Completed Form V1 — signed before Notary, template provided by Abbey Blue.
Notary's seal, signature, and full contact details on the form.
Company details required
Proposed company name — Abbey Blue checks CRO availability first.
Full details of all directors and shareholders.
Description of business activity / NACE code.
Share structure — number of shares and allocation between shareholders.
Section 137 Bond
The Section 137 Revenue Bond
A Section 137 Bond is the statutory alternative used when an Irish LTD has no EEA-resident director. Abbey Blue coordinates the bond arrangement and CRO filing support as part of this non-resident formation package.
- Statutory bond value
- €25,000
- Bond period
- 2 years
- Filed with CRO
- Form A1 stage
- Governed by
- Companies Act 2014
- Covers
- Taxes, fines & penalties
- Issued by
- Approved insurer
What the bond is — and is not
The Section 137 Bond is an insurance-backed surety bond filed with the CRO. It guarantees a company's tax and compliance obligations in lieu of an EEA-resident director.
The bond is not a director. It is a financial guarantee lodged with the CRO that satisfies a legal residency requirement.
Who arranges it?
Abbey Blue arranges the bond through an approved insurer, coordinates the application process, and prepares the required CRO filing support at Form A1 stage.
Abbey Blue's bond arrangement fee is included in the stated package price.
UK founders after Brexit
UK-resident directors are treated as non-EEA directors for this requirement. Where no EEA-resident director is appointed, a valid Section 137 Bond is usually needed for incorporation.
After 2 years, the company must renew the bond, appoint an EEA-resident director, or establish a real and continuous Irish link.
Identity verification
The VIF Form — How Non-Residents Verify Their Identity
Every Irish company director must provide a verified identity number. Irish residents use their PPSN. Non-residents submit a Form V1, also called a Verification of Identity Form, to receive an IPN.
- 1
Download Form V1 Template
Abbey Blue provides the correct Form V1 template and guidance notes for your non-resident director identity verification.
- 2
Book Appointment With Notary
You arrange a local appointment with a Notary Public or approved witness in your country of residence.
- 3
Sign Before Notary
You sign the VIF in person so the Notary can witness your handwritten signature and complete their certification.
- 4
Prepare Passport Copy
A notarized copy of your valid passport is prepared for identity verification support.
- 5
Return Documents
You send the signed Form V1 and supporting notarized identity document back to Abbey Blue for review.
- 6
CRO CORE Submission
Abbey Blue submits the verified details through the CRO CORE portal to request your Identified Person Number.
- 7
IPN Issued
The CRO issues your permanent IPN, which can be used for future Irish company filings.
After you order
What happens after you order
- 01
Name check and advisor onboarding
Your dedicated advisor confirms your proposed company name, director details, shareholder structure, and non-resident compliance pathway.
- 02
VIF / IPN identity verification
We provide the Form V1 template and Notary guidance, then handle the CRO CORE submission required to secure your IPN.
- 03
Section 137 compliance arranged
Where no EEA-resident director is appointed, Abbey Blue arranges the Section 137 Bond and prepares the filing package for the CRO.
- 04
CRO incorporation filing
We prepare and submit the Form A1, company constitution, registered office details, and supporting incorporation documents.
- 05
Certificate and post-incorporation support
After CRO approval, your Certificate of Incorporation is delivered and we guide you through tax, RBO, and annual return requirements.
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Start your non-resident Irish company setup
Launch your Irish LTD with a fixed-fee, fully remote formation service covering CRO filing, VIF/IPN support, Section 137 compliance, registered office, and company secretary.