Capital Gains Tax Calculator Ireland 2026
Calculate Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on shares, property, or other assets in Ireland. The CGT rate is 33% after your annual €1,270 exemption.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The standard Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rate in Ireland is 33%. The annual exemption is €1,270 per individual. Gains above this are taxed at 33%.
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No. Your Principal Private Residence (the home you live in) is fully exempt from CGT under PPR relief, provided it was your main home for the entire ownership period.
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For gains made between 1 January and 30 November, CGT is due by 15 December. For gains in December, CGT is due by 31 January of the following year. The CG1 return is filed by 31 October.
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Yes. Capital losses in the same tax year reduce your taxable gain. Losses from prior years can also be carried forward to offset future gains.
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Yes. Gains on the disposal of shares are subject to CGT at 33% after the €1,270 exemption. An exception applies for shares in certain qualifying small companies (EII relief).
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