Companies Registration Office (Ireland)

In today's world, Companies Registration Office (Ireland) is a topic that has captured the attention of people of all ages and walks of life. From its impact on society to its implications on technology, Companies Registration Office (Ireland) has been the subject of numerous discussions and debates in recent years. As we continue to explore this phenomenon, it becomes imperative to closely examine its different aspects and understand how it is shaping our world today. In this article, we will delve into the various facets of Companies Registration Office (Ireland) and explore its relevance in our daily lives.

The Companies Registration Office (CRO; Irish: An Oifig um Chlárú Cuideachtaí) registers and incorporates companies in Ireland and files their annual returns.

The CRO has a number of core functions:

  • The incorporation of companies.
  • The receipt and registration of post incorporation documents.
  • The enforcement of the Companies Acts in relation to the filing obligations of companies.
  • Making information on companies available to the public.

It also registers the names of businesses which are non-limited trading entities such as sole traders and partnerships.

It also has the Office of the Registry of Friendly Societies which registers Industrial & Provident Societies, Friendly Societies and trade unions.

In 2019, the Register of Beneficial Ownership was introduced into Ireland. That was implemented on the back of the EU’s Fourth Anti-Money Laundering Directive, which essentially requires all member states to hold adequate, accurate and current information of all beneficial owners. A beneficial owner is someone who owns more than 25% of a company.

See also

References

  1. ^ Companies Registration Office
  2. ^ "Companies Registration Office (CRO)". dbei.gov.ie. Retrieved 6 April 2020.
  3. ^ "Company Formations Ireland : The Comprehensive Guide". my-tax.ie. 30 January 2020. Retrieved 7 April 2020.

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