Ireland

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THE HEADLINES

Ireland offers a business-friendly environment with a highly competitive tax structure. However, recent changes and additional details should be noted:

• Income Tax (PAYE): 20% on income up to €40,000 (standard rate), with 40% applying to income above this threshold for single individuals. Thresholds may vary based on marital or civil partnership status.

• Corporation Tax (CIT): 12.5% applies to active trading income, while 25% is levied on non-trading income, such as rental profits.

• Value-Added Tax (VAT): The standard rate is 23%, with reduced rates of 13.5%, 9%, and 0% applying to specific goods and services like hospitality, food, and medical supplies.

• Universal Social Charge (USC): Ranges from 0.5% to 11%, depending on income level. The higher rate applies to income over €100,000 for self-employed individuals.

• Capital Gains Tax (CGT): 33% on profits from asset sales. Certain reliefs, such as Entrepreneur Relief, may reduce the effective rate to 10% on qualifying disposals up to €1 million.

IRISH TAX RATES AT A GLANCE

Stay informed about the essential tax rates in Ireland with our up-to-date summary.

CONNECT WITH IRELAND’S LEADING TAX ADVISORS

Ireland is attractive for many UK expats and businesses looking to take advantage of its tax benefits. But compliance regulations can quickly become a problem if you don’t address them from day one.

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FIND YOUR IRELAND TAX LAW ADVISOR NOW

Connect with Irish tax experts now to invest and save with confidence. It’s easy to get started.

1. GET IN TOUCH

What tax matters are causing you or your business bother? Let us know via our easy contact form.

2. GET MATCHED

Once we understand your needs, we’ll match you with the perfect expert to tackle your tax problems.

3. GET GUIDANCE

Enjoy a bespoke Irish tax strategy guaranteed to help you say goodbye to all your tax headaches.

INDIVIDUAL / BUSINESS TAX SOLUTIONS IN IRELAND

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PERSONAL TAX SERVICES

Paying too much tax due to double taxation? Baffled by Irish inheritance tax? Let’s see how our global network of tax experts can help with your personal tax problems.

UK EXPATS LIVING IN IRELAND

• Income tax (PAYE, self-assessed) – Whether you’re employed or self-employed, we’ll make sure you’re taxed correctly under Irish law.

• Tax residency – Stop paying unnecessary taxes in both the UK and Ireland. Let’s establish your residency status to avoid double taxation woes.

• Tax planning for expatriates – From UK pensions to Irish income, make sure you’re efficiently planning and taking advantage of reliefs and exemptions.

IRISH RESIDENCTS WITH FOREIGN INCOME / ASSETS

• Non-resident taxation – If your income is from foreign sources, make sure you’re still staying compliant with Irish tax rules and double taxation agreements.

• Tax residency – Clarify your residency status to better manage your international income and avoid the headache of being taxed in multiple jurisdictions.

• Domicile levy – Domiciled in Ireland but living abroad? You may be subject to the domicile levy. Make sure this is being minimised wherever possible.

• International tax considerations – With foreign income or assets, cross-border tax liabilities can get tricky. But tax treaties and other relief is available.

PROPERTY OWNERS IN IRELAND

• Local Property Tax (LPT) – Are you paying the right amount of property tax based on your home’s value? Discover any exemptions or relief available.

• Stamp duty – Buying or transferring property in Ireland? Stamp duty is a necessity, but we’ll find ways to keep this as low as possible for you.

• Capital Gains Tax (CGT) – If you’re selling property in Ireland, we’ll see if you’re eligible for private residence relief to avoid CGT entirely.

INVESTORS IN IRELAND

• Capital Gains Tax (CGT) – Whether selling shares or real estate, let us help you manage your CGT liability with eligible relief to keep your tax bill low.

• Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) – Passing on wealth in Ireland? Make sure your inheritance and gift taxes are structured efficiently to pass on as much as possible.

• Tax credits and deductions – Whether investing in Irish companies or property, we’ll help identify any deductions or credits to reduce your tax burden.

HIGH-NET-WORTH INDIVIDUALS

• Domicile levy – Are you subject to domicile levy in Ireland? Let’s connect you with experts who can minimise this levy while staying compliant with Irish law.

• Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) – Preserving your wealth is vital, and we’re here to help make this happen by minimising inheritance and gift taxes.

• Capital Gains Tax (CGT) – Disposing of valuable assets? Make sure your taxes are structured efficiently to keep CGT down before pulling the trigger.

• Tax residency – Living across borders can make tax residency matters trickier than you’d like. Let us make sure your residency status works in your favour.

INDIVIDUALS WITH ESTATE PLANNING NEEDS

• Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT) – Pass on your estate effectively without all the high taxes thanks to the help of our advisors, who will minimise your CAT.

• Capital Gains Tax (CGT) – Have you inherited assets in Ireland and are looking to sell? Let’s make sure your CGT is as low as possible with expert planning.

• Tax credits/deductions – You may be entitled to certain deductions when planning your estate. Let our advisors help you take full advantage and lower your tax burden.

RETIREES IN IRELAND

• Income tax – Retiring soon? You need to plan your income tax carefully, especially if your income comes from multiple sources. Let us optimise your tax liabilities for you.

• Tax credits/deductions – You may be entitled to a number of tax credits as a retiree, including health expenses. Let’s make sure you claim for them all.

• Filing your tax return (Form 12) – Stay compliant by filing your annual tax return correctly and on time. Our advisors will keep this hassle-free for you.

THOSE FACING IRISH TAX INQUIRIES

• Tax audits/disputes – Have you been chosen for an audit? Our experts will guide you through it and work to resolve any disputes with Revenue Commissioners.

• Filing your tax return – Avoid complications with Irish tax authorities by filing accurate returns, which our experts can help keep you compliant.

• Non-resident – Are you a non-resident of Ireland facing a tax inquiry? We’ll match you with an advisor who can manage your investigation effectively.

CORPORATE TAX SERVICES

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SMALL & MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES

• Corporate income tax – Your SME can greatly benefit from Ireland’s low corporate tax rate, especially if you have an expert advisor by your side to help.

• VAT – It can be a challenge for SMEs like yours to manage VAT registration and compliance. Stay on top of it all and claim back where you can.

• Payroll taxes and social security – Make sure you’re handling PAYE, PRSI, and USC correctly for your employees so you don’t run into any last-minute problems.

• Relevant Contract Tax (RCT) – SMEs in the relevant industries need to comply with RCT. If this is you, let us help you through the process and stay compliant.

STARTUPS AND SCALE-UPS

• Corporate income tax – Your startup can benefit from a number of reliefs to reduce corporate tax rates. Let us help your business start on the right foot.

• VAT – Managing your VAT from day one is vital to staying compliant and growing effectively. Let our VAT specialists make sure your setup is correct.

• Tax incentives and credits – If your startup is focusing on innovation, you may be eligible for R&D tax credits. Enjoy money back with our experts’ help.

• Payroll taxes – As your team grows, effectively managing payroll will help you avoid unnecessary administrative burdens. We’re here to help ensure this.

LARGE CORPORATIONS / MULTINATIONALS

• Corporate income tax – Benefit from the attractive 12.5% corporate tax rate in Ireland so your tax burden stays low while you remain compliant with Irish law.

• Transfer pricing – If you operate globally, let us help you document and justify your intercompany pricing strategies to avoid potential penalties and disputes.

• Tax treaties – Ireland’s wide network of tax treaties can help you avoid double taxation on international earnings. We’re here to guide you through them all.

• International tax considerations – If you’re operating across multiple jurisdictions, tax matters can get tricky. Let us help you understand and manage it all better.

BUSINESSES UNDERGOING RESTRUCTURING

• Withholding tax – Restructuring in Ireland? Do you understand the withholding tax on dividends and interest? If not, we’ll help reduce or eliminate any obligations.

• Branch vs subsidiary – Whether you choose to operate as a branch or subsidiary in Ireland can have a huge impact on your taxes. Let us help you manage it all.

• Tax audits/disputes – M&A activity can trigger inquiries from tax authorities. Manage them with confidence thanks to our advisors’ expert guidance.

BUSINESSES FACING IRISH TAX INQUIRIES

• Tax audits/disputes – If your business is facing an audit by the Irish Revenue Commission, one of our advisors can represent you and negotiate on your behalf.

• Corporate income tax – Let us work with you to keep your corporate tax filings in order and resolve any discrepancies as they arise, with minimal disruption.

• Payroll taxes and social security – We’ll help you meet your payroll-related inquiries, rectifying any issues that come to light during an audit.

COMPANIES WITH INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS

• Transfer pricing – For companies doing business across borders, let us help you set up and document intercompany pricing that aligns with Ireland’s transfer pricing laws.

• Tax treaties – If you operate in multiple countries, we’ll leverage Ireland’s network of tax treaties to avoid double taxation and reduce withholding taxes.

• International tax considerations – Let us help you manage Irish tax laws in relation to your foreign operations, including tax-efficiency and global compliance.

• Corporate income tax – We’ll help you optimise your corporate structure to take advantage of Ireland’s competitive 12.5% rate for trading income.

BUSINESSES LOOKING TO OPTIMISE THEIR TAX POSITION

• Corporate income tax – We’ll help you find opportunities to reduce your corporate tax liabilities through all relevant reliefs, allowances, and credits.

• VAT – Streamline your VAT processes and discover opportunities to recover VAT for better cash flow, especially if you’re operating in different sectors.

• Tax incentives and credits – Benefit from generous R&D tax credits available in Ireland if your business is aimed at innovation and capital investment.

• International tax considerations – If your business has global operations, we’ll offer strategies to minimise your overall tax liabilities and stay compliant.

YOUR TRUSTED PARTNER FOR IRISH AND INTERNATIONAL TAX

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WHY CHOOSE TAX NATIVES?

Do you want to ease your tax burdens or simply avoid legal bother from Irish tax authorities? The Tax Natives network has got you covered.

1. EXPERT NETWORK

Enjoy unmatched access to a network of chartered tax advisors with proven expertise in Irish tax law, including domicile levy and Relevant Contract Tax.

2. PERSONALISED MATCHING

Finding the right advisor involves zero guesswork thanks to our intelligent system that matches you with the best expert for the job.

3. DEDICATED SUPPORT

Get ongoing support from day one. Our advisors are here to help you manage your tax matters easily and within the boundaries of Irish law.

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From personal guidance to international business concerns, we’ve got the expertise you need to take back control of your taxes in Ireland.

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EXPAND YOUR REACH AND TAX EXPERTISE IN IRELAND

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• Tax Advisors and Accountants in Ireland
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• International Tax Professionals working with Irish clients or businesses
• Tax Consultants and Specialists in Ireland
• Accounting Firms and Tax Practices in Ireland
• Boutique Tax Advisory Firms in Ireland
• Professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in Irish tax
• Those looking to expand their network and client base in Ireland
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