Tax Credits
In addition tax payers are allowed a portion of their
salary free of deductions from income tax. The amount
of each individual's tax credits varies depending on
the number of allowances/reliefs s/he is entitled to.
Therefore, in calculating the amount of tax payable
on salary, superannuation contributions and tax credits
are deducted from gross earning. The balance or 'taxable
income' is taxed at the applicable rate(s) of taxation.
The following Allowances shall apply:-
New Tax Credit System - All Allowances taxed at standard rate (20%)
Teachers' Flat Rate Expenses
| Primary & Secondary Level | € |
|---|---|
| Principal Teachers | €608 |
| Other Teachers (includes part-time teachers on full hours) |
€518 |
In addition to the above:
- An allowance for teachers "engaged mainly in teaching general subjects but also doing part-time PE" of €126 is also available.*
- All teachers registered with the Teaching Council can claim a tax credit of €65 for the registration fee.
* The allowance is available only for fully qualified physical education teachers engaged in PE. The allowance is not available to teachers who do not have this qualification.