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A short guide to preliminary tax

As a self-employed individual in Ireland, understanding preliminary tax is crucial. This tax is an estimate of the amount you'll owe for the current trading year, covering income tax, Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI), and Universal Social Charge (USC).

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Capital Acquisitions Tax (“CAT”) Reporting

There have been some recent updates to Capital Acquisitions Tax (“CAT”) reporting obligations in respect of certain loans between close relatives. The new rules, which came into effect from 1 January 2024, apply to both new and existing loans and apply irrespective of whether any tax is due or not. This new tax filing requirement does not create any new tax liabilities.

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