Guides
Irish CGT, explained like a person would.
Short reads on how capital gains tax works here. No jargon, real numbers.
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What is capital gains tax in Ireland?
Capital gains tax in Ireland explained in everyday language: what counts as a gain, the 33% rate, the €1,270 exemption and when you pay.
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Irish CGT deadlines: 15 December, 31 January and 31 October
Why Irish capital gains tax has two payment dates and one filing date, and what happens if you miss them.
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How to use capital losses to cut your tax in Ireland
Sold something at a loss? Here's how Irish capital losses reduce your CGT, how carrying them forward works, and the rules that trip people up.
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RSUs in Ireland: what happens at vest and what happens when you sell
A plain explanation of how RSUs are taxed in Ireland, why there are two taxes, and how to work out your gain when you sell.
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ETFs in Ireland: exit tax at 41% versus CGT at 33%
Why most ETFs Irish investors buy are taxed at 41% exit tax, not 33% CGT, and what the 8-year deemed disposal rule means for you.
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CG1, CGA and CGB: the three Revenue forms for CGT, explained
One return and two payment slips. What Form CG1, Payslip CGA and Payslip CGB each do, which one you need, and the deadline for each.
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