Irish Company Number
/ˈaɪrɪʃ ˈkʌmpəni ˈnʌmbər/
An Irish Company Number is a unique numerical identifier assigned to every company registered in Ireland by the companies registration office.
An Irish Company Number is a unique numerical identifier assigned to every company registered in Ireland by the companies registration office.
An Irish Company Number serves as your company's official identification code within the companies registration office (CRO).
It distinguishes your business from all other registered entities and remains constant throughout your company's lifetime.
You receive your Irish Company Number immediately upon successful company registration with the CRO.
This typically occurs within 5-10 working days of submitting your incorporation documents and fees.
Your Irish Company Number must appear on all official company documents including invoices, contracts, letterheads, and websites.
It's also required on statutory filings and correspondence with government departments.
An Irish Company Number consists of up to six digits.
The format varies depending on when your company was incorporated and its legal structure.
You can search for any company's Irish Company Number through the public company registry database online.
Simply enter the company name or existing number to access basic company information.
Your Irish Company Number is essential for opening business bank accounts, registering for taxes, and conducting official business transactions.
Banks, suppliers, and government agencies use this number to verify your company's legitimate status.
An Irish Company Number remains permanent throughout your company's existence and cannot be changed.
Even if you change your company name or restructure your business, the original number stays the same until dissolution.
