Foreign Limited Company
Is this the best fit for your contracting career?
This option is ideal if you have a non-Irish limited company, whether based in the UK, EU, or another international jurisdiction.
It suits contractors who will be working temporarily in Ireland, invoicing Irish clients or recruitment agencies, and who do not plan to establish Irish residency.
The Benefits of Operating an FLC
Thinking a Foreign Limited Company might be right for you? Here’s what you’ll gain:
Continue using your existing limited company — no need to form an Irish company.
Claim travel and accommodation costs tax-free (subject to Irish Revenue rules).
Build up company reserves and pay dividends from your home-country entity.
Access double taxation relief, ensuring you’re not taxed twice on the same income.
Higher retention compared to Irish umbrella options.
Why choose Fenero for your Foreign Limited Company
When you choose Fenero, you’ll enjoy:
Our fee structure
Our service fee is:
The initial registration fee is €225 plus VAT.
Monthly fees start from €194 plus VAT.
Optional guidance on double taxation relief and allowable expenses is also available.
A tax calculator can help you assess potential outcomes.
A few important details about an FLC
You must be contracting in Ireland (but not relocating permanently).
This solution is for non-Irish limited companies, including those based in the UK, EU, and other international jurisdictions.
Your company will be registered for the relevant Irish taxes depending on your contract duration.
Higher retention compared to Irish umbrella options.
You must declare a minimum gross salary sufficient to cover your living expenses while in Ireland.
You may be able to claim accommodation, subsistence, and travel costs, provided they meet Irish Revenue rules for allowable expenses.
Next Steps
Ready to sign up? Here’s what happens next.
Step 1
Fill in our contact form and submit.
Step 2
Complete and submit a questionnaire that we send you.
Step 3
Once we receive it, our team will email you to get things moving.
Foreign Limited Company FAQs
Have any questions?
Fill in your details and one of our Solutions Advisors will call you back.
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