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    Check if a Ireland company is active

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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamContent reviewed June 2026Primary source: CRO Ireland

    How do I check whether a company is still active in Ireland?

    Identify the exact company in CRO Ireland, then record its status, source and retrieval date. Active registration does not prove current trading or financial health. Liquidation is not the same as dissolution; interpret each status using the official register's terminology.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Find the company

      Search by name or registration number to open the correct record.

    2. 2

      Read the status field

      Preserve the exact status wording and its effective date where supplied. Consult the official explanation; a non-active label is not by itself a fraud verdict or a complete legal opinion.

    3. 3

      Check the available filing dates

      Distinguish the document date, status effective date and retrieval date. Filing schedules vary by entity and jurisdiction, so a gap is a question to investigate rather than proof of non-compliance.

    4. 4

      Confirm at the source

      Status changes propagate from CRO Ireland at https://www.cro.ie. For a decision with money attached, confirm there.

      https://www.cro.ie
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    Ireland: choosing and checking the right record

    Choose the correct source
    Use CRO's official company search and distinguish a company registration from a business-name registration. Review the filing record and any available officer document relevant to your question.
    Confirm the entity
    Compare the CRO number and legal name. A business name is a trading label and may be registered to an individual or another entity; identify that underlying contracting party.

    Check current access and document options on the official Companies Registration Office (CRO) site. For search limitations and missing-result guidance, see the Ireland registry guide.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I know if a Ireland company is still trading?

    The register's status field is the authoritative answer. An active/registered status on CRO Ireland means the entity is currently on the register. It does not by itself prove the business is operating, so also check the most recent filing date.

    What does "dissolved" or "struck off" mean?

    These labels generally indicate a registration has ended or been removed. Check the source's explanation and any subsequent reinstatement or successor filings. Contract validity and legal consequences require separate advice; they cannot be decided from this field alone.

    Is checking company status in Ireland free?

    LemReveal's basic lookup is free. Check CRO Ireland's current access terms for status information or official documents; fees and account requirements vary.

    How do I search the Irish CRO?

    Visit the CRO's CORE search system (core.cro.ie) and search by company name or number. Basic company details are free. Document images (annual returns, financial statements) can be purchased for a small fee.

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    Is the Ireland company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the Companies Registration Office (CRO) are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official Ireland business registry?

    The Companies Registration Office (CRO) is the official public register of companies incorporated in Ireland. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.cro.ie.

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