According to the CSO, the year to 30 April 2020 saw the highest number of Irish ex pats (28,900) returning to Ireland since 2007. It is vitally important that the ex pat’s financial affairs are managed in a way that the move to Ireland is tax efficient, particularly if they are currently living in a tax jurisdiction with low personal income tax and capital gains tax rates. There are many relevant tax matters which should be considered prior to moving back to Ireland. Our experienced tax team can provide important assistance in this regard.
After surviving an unprecedented period during the pandemic, the number of ex pats considering a return to Ireland seems to be further accelerating for a number of reasons - primarily to be closer to family and also for other reasons including the relatively affordable cost of private healthcare in Ireland (which is a topical matter particularly for those clients currently living in the US) and for educational reasons. We understand that the Department of Foreign Affairs is receiving an unprecedented number of enquiries from Irish nationals seeking to repatriate since the onset of the pandemic.
Whilst personal taxation may not be a reason for returning to Ireland, it is vitally important that the ex-pat’s financial affairs are managed in a way that the move to Ireland is tax efficient, particularly if they are currently living in a tax jurisdiction with low personal income tax and capital gains tax rates. As an Irish domiciled and tax resident individual is taxed in Ireland on worldwide income and gains (including uncrystallised gains which accrued whilst they were abroad), there are many relevant tax matters which should be considered prior to moving back to Ireland.
On the ground, some of the practical matters affecting our clients moving back to Ireland include:
If you are considering a move back to Ireland, it is vital that you obtain Irish tax advice in the year before you become Irish tax resident. Please contact our team who have considerable expertise in this area.
Please note: The information contained herein is of a general nature and is not intended to address the circumstances of any particular individual or entity. Although we endeavour to provide accurate and timely information, there can be no guarantee that such information is accurate as of the date it is received or that it will continue to be accurate in the future. No one should act upon such information without appropriate professional advice after a thorough examination of the particular situation.
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