Brexit and Your Business why move your UK company to Ireland
Since the UK left the EU single market and customs union, selling goods and services into Europe has meant customs paperwork, new VAT rules and rules of origin. An Irish company puts you inside the EU, with the same language, a familiar legal system and a competitive tax rate. We help you work out whether the move makes sense and then make it happen.
Where do you trade from?
- Customs declarations on goods crossing the border
- Rules of origin to meet for tariff-free trade
- Import VAT and customs handling for EU customers
- Corporation tax main rate of 25%
Selling into the EU from the UK
- Free movement of goods inside the EU
- No customs checks between EU member states
- Euro and a single EU VAT framework
- 12.5% corporation tax on trading profits
Selling into the EU from Ireland
Choose the Irish structure that fits
Moving doesn't have to mean closing your UK company. Many businesses keep both.
Irish subsidiary
A separate Irish company owned by your UK parent. Popular for EU sales, with the parent staying put.
Irish branch
An extension of your UK company with no new shares. Simple, though the parent stays directly liable.
Holding company
A parent that holds shares in other companies. Suited to groups organising their EU operations.
Stand-alone company
A new Irish company that takes over the business, with assets moved across. A true change of base.
Unsure? Compare a branch and a limited company or see how to register a subsidiary or branch.
Why Ireland works well after Brexit
Very large multinational groups face a 15% minimum rate. For most owner-managed businesses, 12.5% on trading profits applies.
Your move, step by step
Review your sales
Where are your EU customers, and what do you ship?
Pick a structure
Subsidiary, branch, holding or stand-alone.
Set up the company
Name, directors, registered office and filing.
Register for tax
Corporation tax, VAT and an EORI number.
Move the business
Contracts, staff and stock, in the right order.
Brexit and Irish company questions
Can a UK resident be a director of an Irish company?
What about trading with Northern Ireland?
Do I have to close my UK company?
Is the Irish tax rate the same for all income?
Thinking of moving to Ireland?
Tell us what you sell and where. We'll explain your options and set up the Irish company if it makes sense.
General information only, not tax or legal advice. Customs, VAT and tax rules change, so please confirm your own position with us.
Contact Us
Office Address
Unit 80, Cherry Orchard Business Park, D10NX96, Dublin 10, Ireland
Working Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Email or Call Us
Email: moh@tasconsulting.ie
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