Greater Dublin Area, Ireland
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Start-Up Entrepreneur Program (STEP)
Turning Ambition into Opportunity.
Your Path to Entrepreneurial Success Starts Here
Launched by the Irish Government in 2012, the Start-Up Entrepreneur Program (STEP) invites non-EEA entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas to establish and grow their ventures in Ireland. With a focus on high-potential start-ups that can create jobs and generate exports, STEP is open to those with a compelling business plan, proof of sufficient financial backing, and a record of good character. nextSTEP supports you through every step, helping you bring your entrepreneurial vision to life in Ireland.
Why Start-Up in Ireland
See why Ireland is a top destination for entrepreneurs worldwide
Low Corporation Tax (12.5%)
Access to European Market
Pro Business Environment
Skilled Workforce
English Speaking Hub
Application Process
Starting your venture in Ireland just got easier!
Step 1: Prepare a Detailed Business Plan
Step 2: Submit Application to INIS
Step 3: Review and Decision
Step 4: Establish your Business in Ireland
Step 5: Renewal and Long-Term Residency
How can applying for STEP benefit You?
Key Benefits
- Residency for Family: The program allows the entrepreneur to bring immediate family members (spouse/partner and children under 18) to Ireland.
- No Requirement for a Job Offer: Unlike other visa programs, this one focuses on the business potential rather than the availability of a job offer.
- Pathway to Citizenship: After five years of continuous residency, entrepreneurs can apply for Irish citizenship, subject to meeting the requirements.
Important Considerations
- Evaluation of Innovation: The success of the application heavily relies on the innovative nature of the business. It’s crucial to demonstrate how the start-up is different from existing businesses.
- Economic Impact: The potential to create jobs and generate exports will be closely scrutinized.
- Compliance: Entrepreneurs must comply with Irish laws, including tax obligations and business regulations.
Pick a plan that fits your needs!
Basic
- Prepare a Detailed Business Plan
- Submit an Application to INIS
- Establish your Business in Ireland
Standard
- Basic +
- Company Secretarial Services
- Ongoing Support and advisory
Premium
- Standard +
- Managed Payroll Services
- Talent Solutions
Testmionials
Hear from our happy clients!
Irish Company Setup for EU Operations of a US Company
We have used UStart to register our company in 2020. They assisted and guided us through the entire process and took care of all the mandatory filings and paperwork to be filed. Their staff has been extremely helpful, knowledgeable and professional and answered all our questions.
We did not have any EU residents as a director so UStart even helped us figuring out and creating the necessary bond required for company registration.
Karun
Tax Registration
UStart was a pleasure to work with. Their guidance and direction in obtaining our company’s PAYE number from Ireland Revenue was invaluable. They did all the work to ensure our application was complete and accurate which shortened our wait time and produced fast results.
Tristann
Irish Branch Registration of an EU Company
I would highly recommend the services of UStart having recently used them to register a branched office for our company in Ireland. The team assisted us throughout the full process and answered all our questions in relation to this. A very knowledgeable & professional team who are there every step of the way.
Jillian
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