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Ireland · Budget 2027 · announced 6 October 2026

Budget 2027: what it means for your pay.

Your 2026 and 2027 take-home side by side, with income tax, USC, PRSI, pension, BIK, rental income, salary sacrifice and investment tax. Built on the confirmed Budget 2027 figures.

Your take-home in 2027— 
Better off per year— 
Every month—in your pocket vs 2026
Tax, USC and PRSI— 

 

What changed:Standard rate band €46,500Credits +€125 eachUSC 2% band to €30,300PRSI 4.5% from October 2027
Income
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Tax relief at your marginal rate. Max limits apply by age.
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Not taxable — shown for reference in total comp only
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Company car, health insurance, gym etc. Added to taxable income.
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Revenue-approved APSS/SAYE may be partially exempt — contact a tax advisor.
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30% of salary between €100k–€1m exempt from income tax. SARP must be pre-approved by Revenue.
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Revenue-approved creative works. Capped at €50,000 p.a.
Self-Employment & Rental
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Deducted from rental income. Net rental profit is taxable.
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Flat Rate & Professional Expenses
Flat rate expenses are deducted from gross pay before income tax (not USC/PRSI).
Personal Details
Medical card holders with income up to €60,000 pay at most 2% USC.
Tax Credits

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Any other credits not listed above.
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Target Take-Home
Enter the net amount you want to receive and we'll calculate the gross salary you need under 2027 tax rules.
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Your annual gain from Budget 2027
vs 2026 · effective January 2027
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2026 vs 2027 Comparison
What Budget 2027 Changed for You
    Full 2027 Breakdown
    Effective Tax Rate — 2027
    Marginal Rate — Next €1,000 Earned

    Estimates only, not tax advice. Rates from the Department of Finance Budget 2027 Tax Policy Changes and KPMG Ireland's 2026/2027 rates tables, checked 9 October 2026. Changes apply from 1 January 2027 unless stated. PRSI is averaged over the year (old rate January to September, new rate October to December); the weekly PRSI credit for incomes between €352 and €424 isn't modelled. CGT falls to 31% for disposals on or after 7 October 2026; exit tax on funds and ETFs falls to 35%. DIRT and the €1,270 CGT exemption are shown at their current levels. Some measures may change when the Finance Bill is enacted.