New CRO Requirement to Provide Directors' PPSNs

• Incorporate a new company (Form A1);
• File an annual return (Form B1); and
• Notify a change of director (Form B10).

Directors' PPSNs will be required for validation purposes only and will not be publically available.

The provision of PPSNs will assist with identification of directors and the prevention of fraud and identity theft.

Non- Irish Resident Directors 

In cases where a director does not hold a PPSN, the director will be required to apply for a "CRO filing number".  The process for obtaining a CRO filing number has yet to be confirmed however it is likely to be a similar, but separate process to that involved in obtaining a Register of Beneficial Ownership ("RBO") Transaction Number.

Practical Guidance

Companies are advised to take action now and start collating details of their directors' PPSNs.