🇮🇪 Ireland vs United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Compare income tax, social contributions, VAT and take-home pay between Ireland and United Kingdom.
| Metric | 🇮🇪 Ireland | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 40% | 45% |
| Social contributions | 6.1% | 8% |
| Standard VAT | 23% | 20% |
| Take-home pay (typical salary) | 84.6% | 84% |
| Public holidays | 6 | 5 |