Writer / Journalist Tax Calculator Ireland
Estimate what you could get back as a writer / journalist in Ireland. Applies Ireland marginal rates and the USC + PRSI. Free, and no sign-up.
What writer / journalists can claim in Ireland
- Research materials
- Home office
- Software and subscriptions
- Travel for stories
- Professional memberships
Irish employees claim Remote Working Relief — 30% of electricity, heating and broadband, apportioned by the days you worked from home — at your marginal rate. There is no flat annual rate. Mileage at the civil service rates is a tax-free reimbursement your employer can pay, not something an employee can deduct; the self-employed deduct actual motor running costs instead.
You can only claim the work-related portion, you must have spent the money yourself without reimbursement, and you need a record to prove it.
Frequently asked questions
What can a writer / journalist claim on tax in Ireland?
Commonly claimed deductions include research materials, home office, software and subscriptions, travel for stories. Irish employees claim Remote Working Relief — 30% of electricity, heating and broadband, apportioned by the days you worked from home — at your marginal rate. There is no flat annual rate. Mileage at the civil service rates is a tax-free reimbursement your employer can pay, not something an employee can deduct; the self-employed deduct actual motor running costs instead.
How much tax does a writer / journalist pay in Ireland?
It depends on your income. The calculator applies Ireland marginal rates and the USC + PRSI.
Do I need to sign up to use this calculator?
No. This calculator is completely free and requires no account. Nothing you enter is saved.
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Estimate only — not tax advice. Confirm with the Revenue or a registered tax professional.