Irish tax and pay guides
Plain-English explanations with real numbers, all worked out with the same rules as our calculator.
- Tax changePRSI rose to 4.35% in October 2026: what it costs youThe extra cost per month at every salary, and the next rise in October 2027
- GuideHow the Universal Social Charge works, with real examplesRates, bands and what you actually pay at four salaries
- GuideMarried couple tax in Ireland: one income vs two incomesHow joint assessment works, and why splitting income matters
- GuidePension tax relief: what a pension contribution really costs youRelief at 20% or 40%, the age limits, and the real cost of 5%
- GuideEmergency tax in Ireland: how it works and how to get out of itThe emergency rates, a worked example, and how to get your money back
- BudgetBudget 2027: how much more you will take home
- RatesIrish tax rates, bands and credits for 2026 and 2027
- Minimum wageMinimum wage take-home pay for 2026 and 2027
- DataEvery salary from €15,000 to €300,000 after tax