How to Apply for the Rent Tax Credit Online in Ireland 2025
The rent tax credit is worth up to €1,000 per year (€2,000 for couples) and can be backdated to 2022. Many renters want to know how to claim it—but it's not always straightforward, especially when you want to claim for past years too.
Our specialists handle rent credit claims every day, combined with other reliefs you might be missing. Here's what you need to know.
📊 Rent Tax Credit
- Maximum credit: €1,000/year (single) or €2,000/year (couple)
- Backdate from: 2022
- Total if never claimed: Up to €3,000+
- How it works: 20% of qualifying rent
Do You Qualify?
To claim the rent credit, your rental must:
- Be your main residence (where you mainly live)
- Be private rental (not local authority/social housing)
- Not be rented from a close relative
- Be registered with the RTB (with some exceptions)
If you're in shared accommodation, you may still qualify—each person who pays rent can claim their own credit.
Why Use Our Service?
While you can claim rent credit yourself, our specialists add significant value:
- All years at once: We claim 2022-2024 in one go
- Verify eligibility: Ensure you meet all conditions
- Find more reliefs: Medical expenses, work expenses, emergency tax
- No refund, no fee: You only pay if we get you money
Rent credit is rarely the only thing you're entitled to. The average refund from our complete review is €1,080.
💡 Real Example
Michelle wanted to claim rent credit but wasn't sure if her situation qualified. When we reviewed her tax, we confirmed she was eligible and claimed three years of rent credit (€3,000). We also found unclaimed medical expenses and flat rate expenses. Total refund: €4,120.
What Else You Might Be Missing
When we review your tax, we also check for:
- Emergency tax – from job changes
- Medical expenses – 20% relief
- Work expenses – for many professions
- Working from home – for remote workers
Claim Your Rent Credit + More
Our experts will claim rent credit and find all your other reliefs too.
Start Your Tax Review →No refund, no fee • Average refund €1,080 • TAIN: 77632V
Frequently Asked Questions
How far back can I claim?
Rent credit started in 2022, so you can claim for 2022, 2023, and 2024 if you rented during those years and haven't claimed.
What if my landlord isn't registered with the RTB?
There are some exceptions and situations where you may still qualify. Our specialists can review your specific circumstances.
Do I need to provide receipts?
You'll need details about your rent (amount, landlord, property address), but receipts aren't submitted with the claim. Keep records in case Revenue requests them.