The average emergency tax refund in Ireland is €500-€1,500, depending on how long you were on emergency tax and your salary level. Here's what you can realistically expect.
💰 Average Emergency Tax Refunds
- 1 month on emergency tax: €200-€500
- 2-3 months: €500-€1,200
- 4-6 months: €1,000-€2,500
- Full year: €3,000-€6,000+
Refund by Salary Level
*Estimates based on Week 9+ emergency tax rates for single person
Factors That Affect Your Refund
- Duration: Longer on emergency tax = bigger refund
- Salary: Higher earners overpay more
- Tax credits: Your personal circumstances matter
- Emergency tax phase: Week 9+ is worse than weeks 1-4
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