Buy a Ready-Made Irish Company with VAT

This ready-made Irish company is already VAT-registered and transfers to you for EUR 12,000, so you can trade and reclaim VAT from day one. The company is clean with no prior trading, and we complete the CRO transfer with full due diligence.

Ready-Made Company with VAT Number Already Registered

If you need a ready-made company with a VAT number already in place, this is the right product. Each company comes with an active Irish VAT registration, no waiting, no separate Revenue application. You get a ready-made company with a live VAT number, clean books, and full documentation from day one.

Ireland remains one of the EU’s most attractive locations for launching and scaling a business. If your goal is to operate in the Irish/EU market without months of setup, a ready-made Irish LTD with active VAT registration offers a clear, compliant path forward.

Why a Ready-Made VAT Company Makes Sense Today

Challenges of Registering VAT in Ireland. Over the past years, VAT registration has become significantly more demanding due to substance requirements (demonstrable business presence). Building the necessary substance often costs as much as, or more than, the purchase of a ready-made company. In addition, the VAT registration process typically takes 8+ weeks and may be prolonged by additional Revenue queries.

Practical alternative. By opting for a ready-made company, you avoid these complexities and can begin commercial activity as soon as the share transfer is completed.

Key Advantages

Immediate operational readiness: you can start trading the day after the share transfer (subject to your business readiness and any sector-specific requirements).
No additional setup hassle: core tax registrations are already in place, removing uncertainty around new VAT applications.
Guaranteed compliance at handover: the company is fully compliant at transfer, with up-to-date CRO and tax filings.
Verified history: clean record confirmed, no penalties or legal proceedings, and no trading liabilities.

Cost & Value

While the purchase price of a ready-made company is slightly higher than incorporating a new company, it provides:

Meaningful time savings compared with waiting for a new VAT approval.
Reduced uncertainty around substance evidence and Revenue assessments.
Clean, compliant start with verified history and filings.

For founders aiming to launch quickly and efficiently, this trade-off is often the more favourable option.

What’s Included

Share transfer and director changes with all CRO filings prepared and lodged.
RBO update and IPN support for director/beneficial owner (if required).
Revenue updates to align company tax registrations with the new ownership.
Company name change and NACE (activity) update upon request.
Company Secretary and Registered Office services.
Nominee Director (if needed), a frequent requirement for non-resident founders.
Bank account re-registration / signatory update (only if an account exists).
Compliance & history pack: CRO extracts, confirmation of up-to-date filings, no penalties/legal proceedings, VAT status verification.

Bundle offer: Order our Comprehensive Accounting & Bookkeeping Services and receive a discount on the company purchase price.

How the Transfer Works

Selection: request the current list (age, VAT status, pricing, optional services).
Onboarding & checks: KYC/AML and confirmation of compliance & clean history.
Transfer & filings: share transfer, director updates, RBO, CRO and Revenue changes.
Go live: operate immediately after share transfer; optional accounting package onboarding.

Request the Current List of VAT-Registered Irish Companies

Availability changes frequently. Tell us your preferred activity (NACE), budget and timeline, we’ll match suitable options and provide a transparent, itemised quote.

Frequently asked questions

Is the VAT number active and verifiable?

Yes. Each company is supplied with a live Irish VAT registration, and the number can be checked on the EU VIES portal and confirmed with Revenue before completion.

How soon can I start trading?

You can begin commercial activity the day after the share transfer completes, subject to your own business readiness and any sector-specific requirements. The transfer is typically completed within a few working days of KYC approval.

Can non-residents buy a ready-made VAT company?

Yes. There is no nationality restriction on ownership. At least one director must be ordinarily resident in the EEA under section 137 of the Companies Act 2014, so non-EEA founders usually add a nominee director or a section 137 bond.

Can I change the company name and business activity?

Yes. The company name and NACE activity code can be updated on request as part of the transfer and filed with the CRO.

How is this different from a ready-made company without VAT?

A company with VAT already registered lets you invoice with VAT from day one and avoids the 8 to 12 week Revenue VAT application, which is why it is priced higher. If you do not need immediate VAT, a ready-made Irish company without VAT is the lower-cost option.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general guidance only and may change. It does not constitute legal or tax advice. Please seek professional advice before taking action.

Written by Sara Alves, Sales Development Representative at Chern & Co Ltd

Sara Alves is a Sales Development Representative at Chern & Co Ltd, specialising in B2B growth strategy, SaaS market expansion, and EU market entry for international founders. Based in County Wexford, Ireland, Sara advises clients across Europe on company formation, VAT registration, and the practical steps to establishing a legal presence in the EU. With experience in data-driven pipeline management and CRM automation, she brings a commercial lens to Irish corporate services.

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Reviewed by Tetiana Sytnik, Certified Accountant ACCA

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the ready-made company with VAT at EUR 12,000?

An existing clean Irish company that is already VAT-registered, transferred to you with updated CRO filings, the constitution and a registered office.

Why is a VAT-registered shelf company more expensive?

New-entity VAT registration in Ireland can take time and added scrutiny; a pre-registered company lets you trade and reclaim VAT immediately.

Is the company clean?

Yes. No prior trading or liabilities, with full due diligence provided.

Buy a Ready-Made Irish Company with VAT

€12.000 excl. VAT

What’s Included:

Share transfer to the new owner and director change — all CRO filings prepared and lodged.
RBO update and IPN support for director/beneficial owner (if required).
Revenue notifications and alignment of existing tax registrations (incl. VAT) with the new ownership.
Company Secretary service and Registered Office provision.
Nominee Director (if required) — commonly used by non-resident founders.

Why Choose Chern & Co?

Safe & Trustworthy

All payments are encrypted and handled via trusted providers. Your corporate data is processed securely and confidentially.

Flexible Payments

Visa, Mastercard, Crypto, American Express, PayPal, Apple Pay. Clear invoices and instant receipts for every order.

Leading Authorised Agent

Certified CRO agent with deep expertise in Irish company law and non‑resident formations.

Transparent Terms

Clear online terms & conditions, fixed prices, and no hidden fees across all services.

Dedicated Support

Guided registration for EU and non‑EU residents with responsive, expert assistance.

Regulatory Disclosure

Chern & Co Ltd is a licensed Trust and Company Service Provider (TCSP) in Ireland, authorised and supervised by the Department of Justice.

Our official registration reference is TCSP APP/1211/2018, and we are listed in the public TCSP register maintained by the Irish Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Unit.

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