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    How to get a CRO certificate (Ireland company extract)

    Source-cited registry guidance — access and document fees vary by source.

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

    How do I get an official company extract in Ireland?

    Start with CRO Ireland at https://www.cro.ie to identify the entity and available CRO certificate. An ordinary extract, historical filing and certified copy are different documents. Check the recipient's requirements and official access conditions before ordering. A LemReveal PDF is not a government-certified extract.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Confirm the entity first

      Search by name or registration number and confirm you have the right legal entity before paying for anything.

    2. 2

      Choose the evidence required

      Ask the recipient whether it needs an ordinary extract, historical filing, certified copy, translation or legalisation. A free summary is not automatically sufficient.

    3. 3

      Follow the official document route

      Use https://www.cro.ie to find the issuing authority or authorised service and its current fees. Check what the document actually certifies.

      https://www.cro.ie
    4. 4

      Check the issue date

      Ask what issue date the recipient accepts; there is no universal three-month validity period. Retain the issue date, retrieval date and source.

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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

    Do I need a paid extract to verify a Ireland company?

    Compare available public information with official document options and the recipient's requirements. Free lookup does not guarantee complete or certified evidence.

    What does a Ireland company extract contain?

    Contents vary by document. Check whether it covers current identity, officers, representation or historical filings. A registration certificate does not necessarily describe today's appointments.

    Is a LemReveal PDF an official extract?

    No. It is a third-party research record. Obtain an official or certified document through the relevant authority or authorised service when required.

    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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