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