IT | Income Tax Registration for Company Directors

Income Tax registration for company directors

Registering a company for Corporation Tax does not register its directors. Where a director falls within the self-assessment regime in a personal capacity, that is a separate registration with Revenue, and the obligation sits with the individual rather than the company.

Who this applies to

The distinction that matters is between a proprietary and a non-proprietary director. A proprietary director is one who owns or controls more than 15 per cent of the ordinary share capital of the company. A proprietary director is treated as a chargeable person and is required to file a Form 11 income tax return for each tax year, even where all of their income has already been taxed at source under PAYE.

Non-proprietary directors and unpaid directors are generally outside that annual filing obligation. In most owner-managed companies the founder holds well above 15 per cent, so the obligation applies from the first year.

What the obligation involves

  • Registration for income tax under self-assessment
  • An annual Form 11 return, due by 31 October following the end of the tax year
  • Preliminary tax payments on account under the self-assessment rules

Non-resident founders

A director does not need to be resident in Ireland to be a proprietary director. Whether a Form 11 obligation actually arises for a non-resident depends on their own circumstances, including their residence position and whether they draw remuneration from the company. We register the director and confirm the filing position that applies to them, rather than assuming one. Where the position is not clear cut we will say so before anything is filed.

What we do

  • Establish whether the director is a proprietary director by reference to the share register
  • Register the director for income tax with Revenue
  • Confirm the registration and the first return due date in writing
  • Set out what the director needs to have ready for the first Form 11

Price shown is per director, exclusive of VAT. This service covers the registration itself. Preparation and filing of the annual Form 11 is a separate service.

IT | Income Tax Registration for Company Directors

150 excl. VAT

What’s Included:
  • Registration of a company director for income tax with Revenue
  • Confirmation of proprietary director status and the resulting filing position
  • Registration confirmation retained for your file

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FAQ Section

No, physical presence is not required. You can register a private company limited by shares or a company limited by guarantee entirely remotely, with all documents signed digitally and couriered where necessary.
The process typically takes 7–10 working days after completing AML/KYC checks and preparing your documentation. Timelines may vary depending on CRO processing times and additional registrations, such as intra-EU VAT registration.
We accept bank transfers, major credit/debit cards, crypto payments, and selected online payment systems. All fees must be paid in advance before we start the incorporation and standard business occupation registration process.
Yes. Many of our clients are non-residents. We handle the full process remotely, including providing a registered Irish address, company secretary services, and nominee director options for compliance with Irish law.
No, every Irish company must have a registered office in Ireland. Our Prime Business Formation Package includes a compliant Irish address service for official correspondence and CRO filings.
It’s our all-in-one service for non-residents. It covers incorporation, registered office, company secretary, nominee director (if needed), RBO filing, tax registrations, and support with intra-EU VAT registration.
You’ll need passport copies and proof of address for all directors, shareholders, and beneficial owners. Additional documents may be required for specific activities or if you plan an intra-EU VAT registration.
Ireland offers a 12.5% corporate tax rate, EU market access, strong international reputation, and straightforward compliance procedures. We also assist with company strike-off if you later decide to close your business.
Most clients choose a private company limited by shares, but we also assist with company limited by guarantee and other structures depending on your goals and business occupation type.

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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