FAQ
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When can I apply for my Irish tax refund?
You can apply for your tax refund after the end of the tax year (31st December).
The Irish tax y...
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Can I claim a tax refund if I have stopped working or left the country?
Yes, you can apply when you leave the country permanently.
You can also apply in the current tax...
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How much will my refund be?
€1,880 is the average PAYE tax refund a Taxback client receives.
Our tax advisors will ensure yo...
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How long does it take?
Once we receive your signed documents, it usually takes 7-10 workdays to prepare your return and ...
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Can it take longer?
We start working on your application as soon as you send your documents, meaning:
Receive and ch...
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How do I know what’s happening with my refund application? I didn’t receive my refund yet.
Our team is available 24/7 to answer your questions in the Live Chat.
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How much does it cost?
For standard Irish PAYE application, we charge 10% of the approved amount + handling fee as a per...
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Why the minimum fee?
Our fee covers the following:
24/7 Multi-lingual customer support
Free phone/fax
Access to onli...
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How does the Taxback service work?
Here’s how it works, step by step:
Register online and sign our Authorisation form
Submit the fo...
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Should I send you any documents to start my tax refund application?
You only need to complete our online registration form and provide us with a signed Authorisation...
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Should I file a return to get a refund?
Yes, PAYE individuals must file a PAYE tax return for each year they want to claim a refund, subj...
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How to pay taxes as a self-employed individual?
As a self-employed individual, you pay tax under the self-assessment system and must file your en...
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Can I claim medical and dental expenses?
If you have paid for medical or non-routine dental treatments on behalf of yourself or another in...
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I had some expenses relating to my work, am I entitled to any refund?
Yes, flat rate expenses cover the cost of equipment that you need for work, such as uniforms, too...
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Can I get relief on renting private accommodation?
Yes, the maximum credit you can claim is €1,000 if you are jointly assessed or in a registered ci...
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Can I claim back tuition fees?
Yes, if you’re paying tuition fees on behalf of third-level undergraduate or postgraduate courses...
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Can I claim relief for medical insurance contributions?
If your employer pays part or all of your medical insurance, you may be entitled to additional ta...
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Can I claim the bin and water service charges?
Unfortunately, you cannot claim back bin or water service charges.
Tax relief was abolished in 2...
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I have an incapacitated child - can I get tax relief?
Yes, as a parent or guardian, you can claim the Incapacitated Child Tax Credit if you have a chil...
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I am a single parent. Am I due a tax refund?
If you care for children by yourself and live without a partner during the tax year, you may be e...
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What is a P45?
A P45 was an official payment document received by employees from their employer when they stoppe...
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What is a P60?
Traditionally, P60s were sent to employees by their employers each January after the tax year had...
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Can you guarantee I will get the refund you estimated?
Our tax team will ensure to claim every allowance and benefit you’re entitled to and receive your...
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What’s Taxback?
Many people pay too much tax because they are unaware of their entitlements.
Established in 1996,...
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Are you based in Ireland?
Taxback was established in Ireland in 1996.
From humble beginnings, today we have 21 offices and...
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What are your working hours/when can I call?
Our team are ready to answer your call from 6 am – 5.30 pm.
Alternatively, if you have questions...
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I paid for nursing home fees. Can I claim tax relief?
Yes, you may claim tax relief up to 40% on nursing home expenses paid by you. You can claim this ...
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I work from home. Can I claim relief for any of my home expenses?
Yes, remote workers may incur additional expenditures in performing their employment duties when ...
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Can I get tax relief on pension contributions?
Yes, relief for pension contributions is given up to 40%. The relief, however, is subject to two ...
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Tax treatment of separated couples
If married couples are not living together, they are treated as separated spouses and taxed as si...