Taxation:
Practical Information: Working in Ireland

Most employees in Ireland have their tax deducted from their salary by their employer. Find out what you need to know about tax when starting work in Ireland.

Tax on income you earn from employment in Ireland is deducted directly from your salary (pay). Find out how this tax is calculated.
Your new employer must deduct tax from your pay under the PAYE system.

To make sure that your tax is properly dealt with from the start and that your employer deducts the right amount of tax from your pay you should do two things:

1. Give your employer your PPS Number (Personal and Public Service Number). He/she will then let the tax office know that you have started work.

2. Apply for a certificate of tax credits by completing Form 12A (Application for a Certificate of Tax Credits and Standard Rate Cut-Off Point) and sending it to your district office. Ask your employer for a form 12A.

Your employer will tell you to which tax office the completed form 12A should be sent. If your employer does not have a form 12A, you can get one from any district office or telephone 1890 306706.

Most employers and employees (over 16 years of age) in Ireland pay social insurance (PRSI)contributions into Ireland's national Social Insurance Fund. In general, the payment of social insurance is compulsory.

If you live in private rented accommodation in Ireland and pay income tax, you may be eligible for tax relief on part of your rent.

Taxation and Medical Expenses: Tax relief is available in Ireland for private health and long term care insurance. It's also available for certain medical expenses.