Bonus Tax Calculator How much of your bonus you keep
Enter your salary and bonus to see the PAYE, USC and PRSI taken at your marginal rate — and the net bonus you actually take home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much tax do I pay on a bonus in Ireland?
A bonus is taxed exactly like your normal salary — there is no special bonus tax rate. Because it sits on top of your existing income, it is taxed at your marginal rate: PAYE at 20% or 40%, USC at your top band, and PRSI at about 4.2%. If your salary already uses up the 20% band, the whole bonus is taxed at roughly 48%–52%.
Why does my bonus feel so heavily taxed?
Your payslip applies tax at your marginal rate, not your average rate. A higher-rate taxpayer keeps only about half of a cash bonus, even though their overall effective tax rate on salary is lower.
Can I reduce the tax on my bonus?
Yes — paying some of the bonus into a pension (within your age-related relief limit) reduces the income tax due, and up to €1,500 a year can be given tax-free as vouchers under the Small Benefit Exemption instead of cash.
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