Yes, it is that time of year again for peak filing of Annual Returns in the Companies Registration Office. Deadlines seem to come around more and more quickly every year but we all still have to ensure we file on time – or else!
The most common date for Annual Return Date (ARD) for companies is 30th September. Companies must file within 56 days from date of ARD so, we all still have time to close out this key filing deadline.
Below are the main pointers companies have to consider.
- Annual Return Date is a snapshot of a company on that specific date.
- Annual Return provides standard information on a company, e.g. Registered Office, Directors, Members (Shareholders).
- First Annual Return must be filed within six months from date of incorporation.
- Subsequent Annual Returns must be filed within 56 days of ARD.
- Financial Statements must be filed (with few exceptions) with almost all Annual Returns.
- Financial year end of Financial Statements cannot be more than nine months from ARD.
- Deadline date for companies with an ARD of 30th September is 25th
- Failure to file within the 56 days will result in (at a minimum) imposition of a penalty fee, possible prosecution of company and/or directors.
- Filing late more than once every five years will result in a company losing audit exemption.
If you are experiencing any difficulties or have concerns on what your company should be filing or when then please contact us anytime. We are here to help.