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Tax

We provide technical legal advice and representation in all areas of Irish tax law, with a particular focus on corporate tax, property-related taxes, and cross‑border matters for foreign nationals. Our work includes strategic planning for Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT), Capital Gains Tax (CGT), Stamp Duty, VAT, and Corporation Tax, as well as formal representation before the Tax Appeals Commission.

1. Corporate Tax & R&D

Advice on corporation tax compliance, transfer pricing, R&D tax credits, entrepreneur relief, and tax‑efficient business restructuring. We also represent SMEs and multinationals in Revenue audits and tax appeals.

2. Property & Construction Tax

Guidance on VAT reverse charge for construction services, Relevant Contracts Tax (RCT) compliance, stamp duty on commercial and residential property, and mixed‑contract apportionment. We help construction firms and developers structure projects to avoid unexpected liabilities.

3. Private Client & Cross‑Border Tax

Assistance with CAT (gift and inheritance tax), CGT on asset disposals, the remittance basis of tax for non‑domiciled individuals, and double taxation treaty issues. We advise foreign nationals relocating to Ireland, as well as families and trustees on succession planning.

4. Tax Appeals

Advocating for clients before the Tax Appeals Commission (TAC) to dispute erroneous revenue assessments with precise legal submissions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is an individual's tax residence determined in Ireland?

An individual is resident for tax purposes if they spend 183 days or more in Ireland during a tax year, or if they spend 280 days or more in Ireland, taking the current tax year plus the preceeding tax year together (with at least 30 days in each year).

How does the remittance basis of taxation work for non-domiciled individuals in Ireland?

If you are resident but not domiciled in Ireland, foreign income and foreign chargeable gains are only taxable in Ireland if you bring them into the country (remit them). Funds you keep outside Ireland are generally not subject to Irish tax.

What are the current corporation tax rates for trading and non-trading income in Ireland?

Ireland applies a 12.5% rate to trading income (a company's core business profits) and a 25% rate to non-trading income such as rental or investment income.

What tax reliefs are available for companies investing in research and development (R&D)?

Ireland offers a generous R&D tax credit. For accounting periods commencing on or after 1 January 2024, a 30% tax credit is available on qualifying R&D expenditure.

What is the timeline to appeal a Revenue Commissioners assessment?

You have a strict window of 30 days from the date of the formal assessment notice to file an appeal with the Tax Appeals Commission (TAC). Late notice of appeal may still be accepted provided certain condictions are met.

What is Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT)?

You pay CAT on the total of all taxable gifts and inheritances received since 5 December 1991. Current rate of CAT is 33%.

What are current CAT group thresholds?

Each CAT group has a tax-free threshold amount. You only pay tax on the value of a gift or inherintance above the tax-free group threshold amount.

Current Group A threshold amount is €400,000

Current Group B threshold amount is €40,000

Current Group C threshold amount is €20,000

What is agricultural relief?

Agricultural relief reduces the taxable value of the gift or inheritance of qualifying agricultural land and property by 90%.

What is Stamp Duty?

Stamp duty is a tax on certain written documents including instruments that transfer land and buildings situated in Ireland, written leases of land and buildings situated in Ireland, instruments that transfer shares or stocks of Irish companies, instruments that transfer property as a gift and other documents. The full list of documents liable is found in Schedule 1 and Part 5 of the Stamp Duties Consolidation Act, 1999, as amended.

What is Capital Gains Tax (CGT)?

CGT is a tax you pay on any capital gain (profit) made when you sell, gift or exchange something of value that can be converted into cash. The current rate of CGT is 33% for most gains.

What is Small Gift Exemption?

Small Gift Exemption is an annual exemption of €3,000 per individual. This means that you may take a gift in the amount of €3,000 from any person in a calendar year tax free. Small Gift Exemption does not apply to inheritances.

What is Value Added Tax (VAT)?

VAT is a tax which is payable on the suppply or importation of goods and on the supply of services within the territory of the Member States of the European Union (EU).

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