A company secretary is required by law if you are a company owner or director in the Republic of Ireland. This position is created at the moment of incorporation in Ireland and is subject to modification at any time.
Your firm requires a trustworthy solution to assist it in meeting all of its legal obligations. We are Ireland’s experts, with years of expertise providing professional corporate secretarial services at extremely low rates. If regulatory standards change, our staff has the expertise and resources to keep your business running smoothly!
Yearly Annual Returns for Irish limited companies are due to the Companies Registration Office (CRO). The corporate secretary assists you with this.
A business secretary must sign the application for a bank account in Ireland. They sign your annual return.
The company secretary is in charge of certain paperwork, like updating information about stakeholders or changing the structure of shares.
Your company will do what it is supposed to do, like keeping board meeting minutes and a current company registration up to date.
Tracking your Annual Return Deadline (ARD) will help you avoid CRO fines.
Our fees will not surprise you. The costs of our company secretary are set and renewed every year.
Our secretarial team provides up to 300 minutes of ongoing compliance advice per year, available whenever you need guidance on company changes or regulatory matters.
There does not have to be just one person at your business. Our skilled workers can help you while you focus on other things.
You have more time to grow your business when you hire a corporate secretarial specialist. Running a business can take a lot of time. We can help you get some of that time back so you can focus on more important things.
**Limited to documents not prepared by Procompanyformations.
***Limited to legal forms prepared by Procompanyformations; does not include cosigning financial statements.
For limited companies, we provide flexible and professional accounting services that scale with your business needs.
Designed for growing businesses with more complex needs.
Our dedicated team of certified company secretaries ensures your business remains compliant with all requirements of the Companies Registration Office (CRO).
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We will walk you through a simple set of checklists where you will fill in the blanks with the details we need to update your company secretary in Ireland. This ensures a smooth and efficient transition.
All shareholders and directors of the company must provide us with complete information. This includes their residential addresses, birth dates, nationalities, and occupations. Accurate information helps us maintain compliance and uphold the integrity of your company's records.
We follow strict compliance standards. As part of the client acceptance process, we require copies of all directors' valid ID and proof of address. This step is critical for establishing identities and ensuring compliance with Irish regulations.
| Service Features | Basic Package (€349+VAT) | Premium Package (€499+VAT/year) |
|---|---|---|
| Manage Annual Returns Deadline | Included | Included |
| File Annual Return in CORE | Included | Included |
| File PDF Financial Statements in CORE File Manager | Included | Included |
| Signing Annual Return and Bank Application Documents | Included (Limited)** | Included (Limited)** |
| Company Secretarial Paperwork Filing | Included | Included |
| Maintaining and Updating Company Registers | Included | Included |
| Updating Beneficial Ownership with RBO | Included | Included |
| Drafting Minutes for Board Meetings (AGM Included) | Included | Included |
| Ongoing Company Secretarial Advice (Annual Limit) | Up to 300 minutes | Up to 300 minutes |
| Additional Secretarial Advice Beyond Annual Limit | €99+VAT/hour | €99+VAT/hour< |
| Countersignatures for Company Bank Applications/Reports | Not Included | Included*** |
| Get Started | Get Started |
Your company will do what it is supposed to do, like keeping board meeting minutes and a current company registration up to date.
Tracking your Annual Return Deadline (ARD) will help you avoid CRO fines.
Our fees will not surprise you. The costs of our company secretary are set and renewed every year.
You can make changes after registration and run your business for up to 300 minutes a year.
There does not have to be just one person at your business. Our skilled workers can help you while you focus on other things.
You have more time to grow your business when you hire a corporate secretarial specialist. Running a business can take a lot of time. We can help you get some of that time back so you can focus on more important things.
Our services include drafting your company's charter, selecting your registered office address, and appointing directors, secretaries, and shareholders. A NACE code for your principal business activity will be assigned, along with the establishment of your authorised and issued share capital and a clear explanation of everything.
The completed registration and legal documents will be sent to you electronically once everything has been finalised. The directors, secretary, and shareholders will then review and sign them.
We will electronically file the supporting documentation for your proposed business with the CRO, along with the original, signed copies.
All the documents required for you to start trading will be included in your official limited company formation package, which will be sent to you after your registration is approved.
Our company uses technology to make the company formation as easy as possible and complete it as fast as possible.
We charge low costs in filing your business documents, and we don’t have any hidden fees to worry about.
We have many formation experts available to provide any assistance you require during business hours. We are easy to reach, and you won’t need to wait to be served.
We guarantee your privacy by ensuring your address is not made public on the CRO website.
Forti is a one-stop-shop for company formation, secretarial services, accounting, and payroll. You can delegate some of the roles to us so you can focus on developing the business and growing your customer base.
Running a successful sole trader business demands attention, competence, and effective management in all areas, including financial. We understand the specific issues that Irish sole traders face.
Running a limited company comes with specific tax and compliance obligations. From corporation tax to annual returns, Forti keeps your company fully compliant while you focus on growth.
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Perfect if you’re just starting out or working a side hustle and not ready to become a Limited Company.
All Irish limited companies are required by law to have a company secretary. This role is established during the incorporation process and ensures that your company meets all legal requirements.
A company secretary plays a vital role in ensuring your company’s compliance. Here are some key responsibilities:
Filing Annual Returns: They work with you to file your annual return with the Companies Registration Office (CRO) on time, avoiding potential fines.
Second Signatory: The company secretary acts as a second signatory on crucial documents like bank applications and annual returns.
Maintaining Company Records: They ensure your company registers are up-to-date, reflecting any changes in directors, shareholders, or share capital.
Meeting Minutes and Legal Documentation: They draft minutes for board meetings, including the Annual General Meeting (AGM), and assist with other legal documents.
Our services offer several advantages:
Compliance Peace of Mind: Our team of experts ensures your company adheres to all relevant regulations, minimising the risk of fines or penalties.
Time Efficiency: We handle your annual return filing and other administrative tasks, freeing up your valuable time to focus on running your business.
Cost-Effective Solution: Our fees are transparent and affordable, offering a cost-effective way to meet your company secretarial requirements.
We offer two service packages to cater to your specific needs:
Basic Package: Covers essential services like annual return filing, company register maintenance, and drafting board meeting minutes.
Premium Package: Includes all the features of the Basic Package, plus countersignatures for company bank applications and annual reports (limited to legal forms prepared by our company). It also offers extended, ongoing company secretarial advice throughout the year.
