The UK and Ireland are both English-speaking common-law jurisdictions with globally recognised company structures. The UK offers the world's most recognised company registry and a deep fintech ecosystem. Ireland offers a 12.5% corporate tax rate, full EU single market access, and has become the European gateway of choice for US and UK businesses post-Brexit.
Best for businesses primarily serving UK clients, wanting globally recognised brand credibility from Companies House, and accessing the UK's deep banking and fintech ecosystem.
Best for businesses that need EU single market access, want a lower 12.5% corporate tax rate, and prefer an English-speaking common-law EU jurisdiction post-Brexit.
An Irish company gives UK businesses full EU single market access, EU VAT registration, and the ability to operate freely within the EU without the trade friction that Brexit introduced. Ireland is the natural choice because it shares an English-language common-law legal system with the UK, making contracts, banking, and compliance familiar.
The 12.5% rate applies to active trading income. Passive income (interest, royalties, dividends) is taxed at 25%. Companies with global revenues above EUR 750m are subject to the OECD 15% global minimum tax from 2024. Nomadic Go does not provide tax advice — consult a qualified Irish tax professional.
No. Irish company formation can be completed remotely. You will need at least one EEA-resident director, or provide a bond in lieu. Nomadic Go arranges a nominee director for Irish formations where required, allowing non-EEA founders to incorporate without relocating.
Yes — many businesses use both: a UK Ltd for UK operations and clients, and an Irish company for EU market access, EU VAT registration, and EU contracts. Nomadic Go can assist with both structures.
The UK has a larger and more diverse banking and fintech ecosystem, including Wise, Revolut, Tide, and Starling, which often have lower barriers for new companies than traditional banks. Ireland has solid EU banking infrastructure but fewer fintech alternatives. Many international businesses bank their Irish company through EU-wide fintechs such as Wise or Revolut Business.