Ireland (Eire) - Tax Guide for Freelance Contractors
Throughout our guide to Irish Taxation, you will find a wealth of information which will be useful if you plan to work in, or place consultants in, Ireland.
Our tax guides give a general overview of the actual taxation rates and rules at the time of writing. There are of course many ways to legally reduce tax or social security burdens in Ireland. Please contact us for more information or an actual breakdown of your situation, and to find out more about our range of payroll and contact management services in the Republic of Ireland.
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Residents and non-residents
- working in Ireland are required to pay social security contributions on their gross salary in Ireland (PRSI-Pay Related Social Insurance) or in the country of their employer after an E101 has been issued.
Social security rates for 2011:
- 10.75% for employers on gross earnings,
- 4.00% for employees on annual earned income over EUR 6’604 up to EUR 52’000
As of 2011, the income levy and health levy have been abolished and replaced with a new universal social charge. The rates for individuals under 70 year are as follows:
- 0% for yearly income below EUR 4'004
- 2% for yearly income up to EUR 10'036
- 4% for yearly income between EUR 10'037 and EUR 16'016
- 7% for yearly income over EUR 16'016