Business Name Registration Ireland
Need to register a business name in Ireland? We help individuals, partnerships and companies register their trading name with the Companies Registration Office (CRO).
RICHARD OSHEA CONSULTANCY
Register Your Business Name With the CRO
If you trade under a name that is different from your own name or your company’s legal name, you may need to register that business name with the CRO.
The registration process involves submitting the appropriate form and information to the CRO. We can handle the registration process for you, helping you avoid unnecessary errors and administration.
Whether you’re starting a new business, introducing a trading name or operating an existing company under a different name, we’ll help you understand the registration requirements.
UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS NAME REGISTRATION
What Is Business Name Registration?
A business name, sometimes called a trading name, is the name under which an individual, partnership or company carries on business when it differs from the relevant legal name.
Registration with the CRO makes the identity of the person, partnership or company behind the business name publicly available.
However, registering a business name does not create a separate legal entity or provide limited liability. It is different from incorporating a limited company.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Business Name Registration Services
We make the CRO registration process straightforward from start to finish.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Starting a Business Under a New Name?
WHY IT MATTERS
Why Register Your Business Name?
If you carry on business under a name other than your own true name or the relevant legal name, registration with the CRO may be required.
Business name registration makes the identity of the individual, partnership or company behind the trading name publicly available.
We help ensure the correct information and registration form are used for your application.
We can handle the CRO registration process so you can focus on setting up and running your business.
WHO WE HELP
Who is this service for?
Whether you're starting a new venture or introducing a new trading name, our business name registration service can help.
YOUR PROACTIVE ACCOUNTANT
Meet Richard OShea
Richard OShea is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser based in Cork, working with SMEs, construction businesses and owner-managed companies across Ireland.
Registering a business name may seem straightforward, but using the correct information and understanding the difference between a business name and a limited company is important.
Richard takes a practical approach to company and business compliance, helping clients deal with CRO requirements accurately and efficiently.
Whether you’re starting a new business or introducing a new trading name, you’ll receive practical advice and responsive support throughout the registration process.
CLIENT FEEDBACK
Trusted by businesses across Ireland
Real feedback from business owners we've worked with.
NEED TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common questions about beneficial ownership registration in Ireland.
A business name is a name used by an individual, partnership or company to carry on business when that name differs from the relevant legal name.
Registration is generally required where an individual, partnership or company carries on business under a name other than the relevant true or legal name.
No. Registering a business name does not create a separate legal entity and does not provide limited liability.
The CRO uses different forms depending on who is registering the name:
- RBN1 – individual
- RBN1A – partnership
- RBN1B – body corporate
The current CRO fee is €20 for electronic applications and €40 for paper applications.
Our professional service fee is separate from the CRO registration fee.
The CRO states that an application should be submitted within one month of the date the business name is adopted.
No. CRO registration does not by itself protect the name from duplication, trade mark rights or other rights. The CRO advises applicants to check relevant company, business name and trade mark registers before committing to the name.
GET STARTED
Ready to Register Your Business Name?
Book a free 15-minute discovery call. If you're starting a new business or trading under a new name, we can help you complete the CRO business name registration process.
