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📋 Official Revenue Guidance: See Revenue.ie - Single Person Child Carer Credit for official rules and eligibility criteria.
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Freelancers in Ireland pay the same tax rates as PAYE workers BUT can claim more expenses. PAYE is simpler (tax deducted automatically). Freelance gives more control but requires self-assessment. Average expense deductions: €3,000-€8,000.
📅 Last Updated: November 14, 2025
✅ Reviewed by: MyTaxRebate.ie Tax Specialists
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Looking to get your tax back in Ireland? You're exactly where you need to be. Most people who work in Ireland overpay tax - often by hundreds or thousands of euros. If you've worked here in the past 4 years, there's a very good chance Revenue (the Irish tax office) owes you money.
🔍 People Also Ask
Am I due a tax refund?
If you've worked in Ireland in the past 4 years, you're probably owed money back from Revenue (the Irish tax office). Most paye workers overpay tax without realising it. The average refund is €1,080.
How much tax will I get back?
It depends on your situation. If you've been on emergency tax, you could get back €1,500-€3,000. For work expenses, medical costs, or missed tax credits, refunds typically range from €400-€2,000 per year.
How long does it take to get my tax refund?
Our streamlined process typically delivers your refund in 5-10 days. We track your claim and keep you updated at every stage.
Can I claim tax from previous years?
Absolutely! You can claim refunds for up to 4 years back in Ireland. That's 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. Many people are owed thousands from previous years they never claimed.
📚 Related Tax Guides
📖 Official Revenue Guidelines
- Revenue Self-Employment Manual
- PAYE vs Self-Employed Guidelines
Source: Revenue.ie Tax & Duty Manuals
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85% of Irish workers overpay tax. If you've worked in the past 4 years, there's a very good chance Revenue owes you hundreds or thousands of euros.
Real examples:
- • Emergency tax: €1,950
- • Work expenses (4 years): €1,200
- • Missed credits: €950
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You can only claim tax refunds for the past 4 years. Every day that passes, you lose the ability to claim another day from 4 years ago.
Example: If you're owed €1,200/year and wait 2 years to claim, you've lost €2,400 you could never get back.
Claim now while you can still get 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 refunds.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SPCCC worth in 2025?
The SPCCC is worth €1900 per year in 2025 for qualifying single parents.
Who qualifies for the SPCCC in Ireland?
You must be unmarried/separated/divorced/widowed, have a qualifying child, and be their primary carer.
Can I claim SPCCC for multiple children?
The credit is per parent, not per child. One SPCCC regardless of children.
Can the SPCCC be transferred?
In some circumstances, it can be transferred to a secondary carer.
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