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Enter your annual turnover to find out if you need to register for VAT with Revenue.
Services threshold: €40,000 per year
Used to estimate when you might cross the threshold.
In Ireland, the VAT registration threshold is €80,000 for businesses supplying goods, and €40,000 for businesses supplying services. If your turnover exceeds the relevant threshold in any 12-month period, you are legally required to register for VAT with Revenue.
The VAT threshold is based on your rolling 12-month turnover — the total income from your business over any continuous 12-month period, not just the calendar year. If you exceed the threshold at any point in the year, you must register.
Most building and construction services are subject to the 13.5% VAT rate in Ireland. Cleaning, gardening, and most other services attract the standard 23% rate. Some specific trades may qualify for reduced rates — consult Revenue.ie or an accountant for your trade.
Yes. Even if your turnover is below the threshold, you can voluntarily register for VAT. This allows you to reclaim VAT on business expenses (materials, tools, van costs). It is often worth considering if you have significant VAT-able expenses.
Revenue can issue a liability for the VAT that should have been collected, apply interest and penalties, and audit your accounts. It is important to monitor your rolling 12-month turnover and register promptly when you exceed the threshold.