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The different types of tax in Ireland

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How are Raisin savings accounts taxed

If you are an Irish tax resident and domiciled individual, this page explains tax and revenue information relevant to you.

Capital gains tax on Irish property explained

Recently inherited property? Read our comprehensive guide to CGT in Ireland.

Gifting money? Here’s what you need to know

In Ireland, gifting money and assets is pretty easy, but it’s important to bear in mind that some gifts can be taxed by the government.

Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT)

Read our guide to inheritance tax in Ireland, known as Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT).

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Inheritance laws in Ireland explained

Learn more about the rights of beneficiaries of a will in Ireland, and more.

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DIRT Information Sheet

Deposit Interest Retention Tax (DIRT), often referred to as DIRT tax, is a tax deducted by Irish financial institutions. Discover more.

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Income tax explained

Find out what income tax is, and how it's calculated.

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Income tax rates

Read our guide to the income tax bands and tax brackets in Ireland for 2025/26.

Regressive tax explained

With regressive tax, the tax burden decreases as income rises.

Progressive tax explained

Read our guide to progressive taxation, and find out how Ireland has a progressive tax system.

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What is emergency tax?

On this page, we explore what emergency tax is, how to avoid it, and how to claim a refund.

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What is PRSI?

Find out what PRSI is, how to check your PRSI contributions, and PRSI benefit entitlements.

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Tax on lump sum payments explained

Learn more about tax on lump sum payments in Ireland.

How much is Local Property Tax (LPT) in Ireland?

Discover Local Property Tax (LPT) rates in Ireland in 2025.

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What is Pay As You Earn (PAYE)?

Understanding how PAYE works for employees and employers.

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Value-Added Tax (VAT)

What is VAT in Ireland, and how does it work?

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Common Reporting Standard (CRS)

Find out how the CRS affects Irish tax residents.

Everything you need to know about tax returns

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Do I need to do a tax return?

Find out if you need to file a tax return.

What is the tax return deadline in Ireland?

This page covers everything you need to know about tax return dates, and why you shouldn't miss the deadline.

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How to file a tax return

Everything you need to know about filing a tax return in Ireland.

Tax relief and tax credits

Pension tax relief explained

On this page, you’ll find out everything you need to know about pension tax relief and how to claim it.

Tax relief explained

Read our guide to find out if you’re eligible for tax relief, and how to claim it.

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Tax credits

Read our comprehensive guide to tax credits in Ireland in 2025.

Working from home tax relief explained

Do you work remotely? Find out if you’re eligible for working from home tax relief, and how you can make a claim.

Marriage tax credits

If you're married or in a civil partnership, you can share certain tax credits, deductions, and rate bands.

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

The EITC rate will increase in 2025 - find out more.

Standard Capital Superannuation Benefits (SCSB) explained

SCSB is a way of calculating tax relief on lump sum payments based on your salary and years of service.

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All interest rates displayed are Annual Equivalent Rates (AER), unless otherwise explicitly indicated. The AER illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once a year. This allows individuals to compare more easily what return they can expect from their savings over time. Raisin Bank, trading as Raisin, is authorised/licensed or registered by BaFin (Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht) in Germany and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland for conduct of business rules.

Taxes

The different types of tax in Ireland

How are Raisin savings accounts taxed

Capital gains tax on Irish property explained

Gifting money? Here’s what you need to know

Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT)

Inheritance laws in Ireland explained

DIRT Information Sheet

Income tax explained

Income tax rates

Universal Social Charge (USC)

Regressive tax explained

Progressive tax explained

What is emergency tax?

What is PRSI?

Tax on lump sum payments explained

How much is Local Property Tax (LPT) in Ireland?

What is Pay As You Earn (PAYE)?

Value-Added Tax (VAT)

Common Reporting Standard (CRS)

Everything you need to know about tax returns

Do I need to do a tax return?

What is the tax return deadline in Ireland?

How to file a tax return

Tax relief and tax credits

Pension tax relief explained

Tax relief explained

Tax credits

Working from home tax relief explained

Marriage tax credits

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

Standard Capital Superannuation Benefits (SCSB) explained

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