Emergency Tax Help Dublin
Revenue PAYE Emergency Tax - Get Help and Solutions
Emergency tax Dublin is automatically applied when you start a new job and your employer doesn't have your tax credits and rate of tax. This results in higher tax deductions until your correct tax information is processed by Revenue.
Important Notice
Emergency tax is applied when starting a new job without proper tax documentation. You'll pay approximately 40% tax on your earnings until your correct rate is applied.
What is Emergency Tax?
Emergency tax is a temporary high rate of tax applied by Revenue when your employer cannot access your PAYE tax credits and cut-off point. This commonly happens when:
- Starting a new job without a P45 from your previous employer
- Your employer hasn't received your tax credits from Revenue
- There are delays in processing your PPS number registration
- You haven't registered your new employment with Revenue
- Changes in employment status haven't been updated
Emergency Tax Rates in Ireland
When emergency tax applies, you'll typically pay:
- 20% tax on income up to €40,000 per year
- 40% tax on income above €40,000 per year
- 4% PRSI (Pay Related Social Insurance)
- 0.5% USC (Universal Social Charge) on income over €13,000
Quick Solution
The fastest way to resolve emergency tax is to log into your myAccount on Revenue.ie and register your new job details. This typically resolves the issue within 2-3 working days.
How to Fix Emergency Tax
Follow these steps to resolve your emergency tax situation:
Contact PAYE Helpline
Call 1890 333 425 immediately to report your new employment and request your tax credits to be issued to your employer.
Use myAccount Online
Log into your Revenue myAccount to register your job and view your tax credits certificate online.
Provide P45 Form
Give your P45 from your previous job to your new employer as soon as possible to help establish your correct tax rate.
Visit Revenue Office
If urgent, visit the Revenue office location in Dublin with proper identification and employment details.
Required Information
When contacting Revenue about emergency tax, have these required documents ready:
- Your PPS number
- New employer's name and address
- Date you started the new job
- Your previous employer's details
- P45 form if available
- Annual salary or wage information
Emergency Tax Refunds
If you've paid too much tax due to emergency rates, you may be entitled to a tax refund. Revenue will automatically calculate and process refunds once your correct tax information is updated.
Refund Processing
Tax refunds from emergency tax situations are typically processed within 4-6 weeks after your tax details are corrected. You can track your refund status through myAccount.
Contact Revenue for Emergency Tax Help
Revenue provides several ways to get help with emergency tax issues:
- PAYE Helpline: 1890 333 425
- Online: Through your myAccount portal
- In Person: Visit during office hours
- By Post: Send documents to your local Revenue office
Office Hours and Location
Revenue offices are open Monday to Friday, 9:15 AM to 4:15 PM. You can visit without an appointment for emergency tax issues, though scheduling an appointment may reduce waiting times.
Getting There
Plan your visit using our public transport guide or check parking information if driving. The office is easily accessible via multiple transport options.
Prevention Tips
Avoid emergency tax situations by:
- Always requesting a P45 when leaving employment
- Informing Revenue of job changes through myAccount
- Keeping your contact details updated with Revenue
- Understanding your PAYE obligations
- Registering new employment within one week of starting
Additional Revenue Services
While resolving your emergency tax, you might also need help with:
- Filing tax returns for the current year
- Obtaining a tax clearance certificate
- VAT registration if you're self-employed
- Business registration services
- Using the ROS online system for business taxes
For immediate assistance with emergency tax in Dublin, call the PAYE helpline at 1890 333 425 or visit your nearest Revenue office during business hours. Don't let emergency tax rates continue longer than necessary - take action today to get your correct tax rate applied.