Emigrating from United Kingdom to Ireland: tax and cost of living

Compared by dimension

On an average United Kingdom income of €52,800 gross per year, you keep €41,146 net in Ireland: a difference of €191 per year compared with United Kingdom.

• Tax: on this income Ireland lands at an effective rate of about 22%, against 22% in United Kingdom.
• Passport and mobility: from Ireland you travel visa-free to 186 countries.
• Residency: on our accessibility scale Ireland scores 87 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
• Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Ireland a living-environment score of 73 out of 100.

The tax regime in Ireland

Top income tax rate is 40 percent from €44,000, plus USC (max 8 percent) and PRSI (4.2 percent), pushing the marginal rate to about 52 percent. Combined tax credits of €4,000 for a single employee reduce the bill.

Residency and visas in Ireland

EU citizens such as the Dutch may live and work freely; naturalisation is possible after five years of reckonable residence. Non-EU nationals rely on work, family or study permits, and the investor visa has been closed since 2023.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between United Kingdom and Ireland?

On an average United Kingdom income it differs by roughly €191 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.

Is this tax advice?

No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.

What sources is this based on?

The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.