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Payroll/PAYE Overview
Get insights into PAYE payroll costs and compliance requirements
Payroll Details
Enter the average annual gross salary per employee
How often do you plan to pay employees?
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PAYE Setup Checklist
1
Register with Revenue
Register as an employer and get your employer number
2
Employee Setup
Collect employee details, PPS numbers, and tax credits
3
Payroll System
Set up payroll software or manual calculation system
4
Compliance Routine
Submit PSR on or before each pay date and distribute payslips
Key PAYE Rates (2026)
Employee Deductions:
- • Income Tax: 20% / 40%
- • USC: 0.5% / 2% / 3% / 8%
- • Employee PRSI: 4.2%
- • Pension (auto-enrolment): 1.5%
Employer Costs:
- • Employer PRSI: 11.25%
- • Pension (auto-enrolment): 1.5%
- • Gross salary
Tax Credits:
- • Personal: €2,000
- • Employee (PAYE): €2,000
- • Various additional credits
Estimate only. These calculations use standard 2026 rates and may not reflect your exact situation. Professional advice is recommended.