Freedom Score

Ireland to Guernsey: tax & freedom compared

How does Guernsey score against Ireland? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€3,776
Per year vs. Ireland+€1,633

Flat 20% tax · Channel Island · Tax caps for the wealthy

Tax

63/100

Residency

48/100

Cost of living

46/100

Living environment

83/100

Mobility

95/100

Ownership

5/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Ireland income of €57,600 gross per year, you keep €45,313 net in Guernsey: a difference of €1,633 per year compared with Ireland.

  • Tax: on this income Guernsey lands at an effective rate of about 21%, against 24% in Ireland.
  • Passport and mobility: from Guernsey you travel visa-free to 182 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Guernsey scores 48 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Guernsey a living-environment score of 83 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between Ireland and Guernsey?
On an average Ireland income it differs by roughly €1,633 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.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat