Expanding Overseas

Overview

Are you an Irish business looking to expand internationally into new markets? If so, you are not alone!

Entering overseas markets is a ‘commercial must’ in many cases. However, there are many local, regional and national factors that need to be considered. In particular, it is important to consider the tax and commercial implications of your corporate structure. We have helped many companies move into new markets and we have the global reach and experience to support your expansion plans.

We have worked with clients expanding into overseas markets, such as Brazil, Russia, India, China, USA, the UK as well as other markets, such as Indonesia, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Turkey, Germany and France.

Potential issues

Understand the risks: Have you considered the political, legal, regulatory etc. risks?

Establish a presence: Should you establish a branch, partnership, incorporate a new company, joint venture?

Business model: Ensuring your business model is optimal for expanding overseas.

Financing: What are the financing restrictions on investing locally and what is the most tax efficient financing structuring?

Taxes: Have you considered withholding and other local taxes?

Treaties and agreements: How do the transfer pricing rules operate? What double tax treaties exist?

Employees: Have you considered local employee and mobile employee taxes and filing requirements?

How can we help?

Providing advice on the best structure to fit your business from a commercial, tax and financing perspective.

We have a presence in over 150 countries so we can help you to navigate the complexity of the local rules and regulations whatever your expansions plans.

Our dedicated Irish team have the in-depth knowledge, experience and local contacts to provide the help and support you need.