The Rent Tax Credit introduced in 2022 is different from the old Rent Relief. The old scheme ended in 2017. The new credit is simpler and available to more people.
📊 Old vs New
- Old Rent Relief: Ended 2017, complex rules
- New Rent Tax Credit: 2022-present, simpler
- New amount: €1,000 single, €2,000 couples
- No income limit: Unlike the old scheme
Key Improvements
- Higher amounts: Up to €1,000/€2,000 per year
- No income threshold: Anyone can claim
- Simpler process: Easier to claim
- Backdating: Claim from 2022 onwards
Claim the New Rent Tax Credit
If you rent, you're probably eligible for up to €1,000/year.
Claim My Rent Credit →No refund, no fee
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