Demystifying Dividend Withholding Tax and Irish Bonds

Understanding Dividend Withholding Tax (DHT) Dividend Withholding Tax is a levy applied at the source on dividend payments made by an Irish-resident company to its shareholders. The responsibility for deducting and paying this tax to the Irish Revenue Commissioners...

Key Considerations Before Buying Irish Tax-Free Bonds

Understanding the Nature of Irish Tax-Free Bonds Irish Tax-Free Bonds are a specific type of Irish Government Bond, formally known as Irish Government Savings Certificates. They are issued by the Irish State through the National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) and...

The Future of Tax-Free Investing in Ireland

Ireland’s financial landscape is uniquely positioned for investors seeking to grow their wealth efficiently. The bedrock of this environment is a suite of tax-advantaged investment vehicles, most notably the Investment Limited Partnership (ILP), the ICAV, and the...

Are Tax-Free Bonds Right for Your Irish Retirement Plan

Understanding the Irish Pension Landscape and Tax Efficiency The Irish pension system is structured across three pillars: the State Pension (Contributory), occupational pension schemes, and personal retirement savings like PRSAs (Personal Retirement Savings Accounts)...

Navigating the Irish Bond Market for Tax Efficiency

The Irish bond market, while a subset of the broader European fixed-income landscape, offers a unique set of opportunities and challenges for investors, particularly those focused on the critical goal of tax efficiency. Successfully navigating this terrain requires a...