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Calculate the tax relief you can claim on flat rate job expenses by occupation. Revenue flat rate expenses guide.
Calculate your tax refund for job-related expenses based on your occupation.
Certain occupations in Ireland qualify for flat-rate expense deductions against your income, reducing your tax bill. This calculator finds your allowable deduction based on your job category.
Select your occupation from the list of Revenue-approved flat-rate expense categories. The tool shows your annual flat-rate deduction amount and calculates the income tax saving at your marginal rate, giving you the figure to include in your tax return.
| Occupation | Flat Rate | Refund (20%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse / Midwife | €973 | €195 |
| Garda (Police) | €340 | €68 |
| Teacher (Primary / Secondary) | €600 | €120 |
| Civil Servant (Clerical / Admin) | €170 | €34 |
| Civil Servant (Executive / Higher) | €350 | €70 |
| Civil Servant (Management) | €640 | €128 |
| Construction (General Operative) | €120 | €24 |
| Construction (Skilled Trades) | €260 | €52 |
| Construction (Supervisor / Manager) | €420 | €84 |
| IT Professional (Helpdesk / Support) | €200 | €40 |
| IT Professional (Developer / Engineer) | €300 | €60 |
| IT Professional (Management / Architect) | €400 | €80 |
| Retail / Sales Assistant | €80 | €16 |
| Chef / Kitchen Staff | €220 | €44 |
| Cleaner / Custodial Staff | €120 | €24 |
| Mechanic / Automotive | €180 | €36 |
| Electrician | €260 | €52 |
| Plumber / Pipefitter | €260 | €52 |
| Firefighter | €340 | €68 |
| Postal Worker / An Post | €200 | €40 |
| Agricultural / Farm Worker | €140 | €28 |
| Security Guard | €120 | €24 |
| Dental / Dental Nurse | €130 | €26 |
| Pharmacist / Pharmacy Assistant | €100 | €20 |
Nurses have the highest flat rate expense allowance at €973 per year, reflecting the cost of uniforms, shoes, and equipment. Many employees don't realise they can claim these deductions — check if your occupation is listed above.
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