Tax Credits in Ireland 2026 – Full List
Summary
This blog outlines all Irish tax credits for 2026, their updated values, and how much they can reduce your annual income tax bill.
Ireland’s tax system offers a variety of tax credits to lower your income tax liability. For 2026, key credits have increased - here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the Irish tax credits for 2026 and how much these will save you.
Key Irish Tax Credits 2026
Personal, PAYE & Earned Income Credits
- Personal tax credit: €2,000
- Employee (PAYE) tax credit: €2,000
- Earned income credit (self-employed): €2,000
Rent Tax Credit
- Increased by €250 to €1,000 for individuals, €2,000 for jointly assessed couples
Home Carer Tax Credit
- Raised by €150 to €1,950
Incapacitated Child & Blind Person Tax Credits
- Incapacitated child tax credit increased by €300 to €3,800
- Blind person's tax credit increased by €300: €1,950 for one, €3,900 for married couples where both are blind
Dependent Relative Tax Credit
- Now €305, up €60
Age Tax Credit (65+)
- Individual: €245; Married couple: €490
Single Person Child Carer Credit
- €1,900 for unmarried parents with dependents
Additional Credits
Other available credits include those for widowed parents, sea-going naval personnel, fisher tax credit, and more, depending on your circumstances.
Use the 'Tax Credits' section of our Net Income Calculator to see how these tax credits can impact your take-home-pay or check out our other tools here.
How Much You Might Save
These credits directly reduce your tax bill, meaning your take-home pay increases:
- A single PAYE employee now saves €4,000 annually just from personal and PAYE credits (€2,000 + €2,000).
- If you're renting, the €1,000 Rent Tax Credit can reduce your income tax bill by up to €1,000
- Home carers save €390 in tax on the €1,950 credit (€1,950 × 20%).
Why These Tax Credits Matter
- All these credits are non-refundable but reduce the actual income tax you owe.
- Most credits are automatically applied, but some - like dependents or rent - must be claimed via Revenue myAccount
- Knowing your credits helps you optimally plan and check if you’re missing any claims.
Sample Scenarios
- Married couple (one income): Personal credit (€2,000) + PAYE credit (€2,000) + home carer (€1,950) = €5,950 in reduced income tax.
- Single parent renting: €2,000 personal credit + €1,900 Single Person Child Carer credit + €1,000 rent credit = €4,900 in relief - even before factoring in employment or other allowances.
Need Help Maximizing Your 2026 Tax Credits?
Irish Tax Hub can help you increase your net income via our Salary After Tax Increase Service. Contact us today and we will help ensure you receive all the tax credits which you are entitled to.
Source: Citizens Information, Revenue.ie
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about tax credits in Ireland. If you have a question that's not answered here, please email us at info@irishtaxhub.ie
The main tax credits for 2026 include: Personal Tax Credit (€2,000), Employee/PAYE Tax Credit (€2,000), Earned Income Credit for self-employed (€2,000), Home Carer Tax Credit (€1,950), Single Person Child Carer Credit (€1,900), Rent Tax Credit (up to €1,000), and the Blind Person's Credit. Additional relief is available for medical expenses, tuition fees, and pension contributions.
Sign in to Revenue's myAccount, click 'Manage your Tax' under PAYE Services, and select 'Claim tax credits'. You can claim credits for the current year or request a review of previous years (up to 4 years back). Some credits are applied automatically, while others like medical expenses and rent credit must be claimed.
The Employee (PAYE) Tax Credit is worth €2,000 in 2026. It is available to anyone who earns employment or pension income taxable under the PAYE system. If your PAYE income is €10,000 or more, you get the full credit. If it's below €10,000, the credit is limited to 20% of your PAYE income.
PAYE workers can claim flat rate expenses for their occupation, medical expenses (20% relief), rent credit (up to €1,000), tuition fees, remote working relief, pension contributions (at marginal rate), and trade union subscriptions. Self-employed individuals can additionally claim allowable business expenses against their trading income.
This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Tax laws and regulations are subject to change and may vary based on individual circumstances. Readers are strongly encouraged to consult with a qualified tax professional or financial advisor before making decisions based on the information provided. We make no guarantee regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of this content to your particular tax situation.
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About the Author
Damien Roche, CTA, ACA
Chartered Tax Advisor & Chartered Accountant | Co-founder of Irish Tax Hub
Damien is a dual-qualified Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) and Chartered Accountant (ACA), and co-founder of Irish Tax Hub. He spent over six years in Deloitte Ireland's income tax department before founding Irish Tax Hub to provide free tax tools, clear information, and transparent pricing for Irish taxpayers.
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