Tax Rebate FAQ
Here are some of our most frequently asked questions about the services at Tax Hacks.
General Information
taxhacks.ie specialises in helping PAYE workers in Ireland claim tax rebates quickly and efficiently. We review up to 4 years of taxes to maximise your rebate, ensuring you get every cent that you are owed.
- Complete our 60-second online form.
- Authorise us as your Tax Agent with an electronic signature.
- Sit back while we handle your tax rebate. If you’re owed a refund, we’ll transfer it directly to you.
If you’re owed a tax refund, our fee is 8% plus VAT, with a €15 registration fee. Unlike our competitors, we do not charge a minimum mandatory fee. We are Ireland’s lowest fee tax rebate service.
Registration FAQs
Registering allows us to act as your Tax Agent, access your Revenue profile, and secure your highest possible rebate.
You can register online in just 60 seconds by filling out our authorisation form. If preferred, we can send you a manual form, though this may delay your rebate.
No. Existing clients are automatically reviewed annually. Update us on any changes in your circumstances to ensure your rebate is maximised.
Simply log in to our secure portal to update your information or email us at [email protected].
Once registered, we aim to finalise your tax review within ten working days.
If you are jointly assessed with your spouse, you both should register. We must have the assessable spouse onboarded as a client in order to secure a rebate for them.
Your Tax Review
No additional documents are required. Just complete our online form, and we’ll handle the rest.
We will notify you by email once your review is complete. If you’re owed a rebate, we’ll inform you as soon as the funds are received from Revenue.
Yes. Contact our Customer Service Team to update your records or share relevant details. We will have a portal this can be uploaded to.
You may receive your rebate into a nominated account held in your name. Alternatively, you can also be issued a cheque, mailed to your stated address.
If you see incorrect banking details in your secure client account please alert us immediately. You can contact us at [email protected] or directly through your Tax Hacks account.
Your Rebate FAQs
Anyone in the PAYE system may be eligible. We estimate that 75% of PAYE workers are due a rebate.
Overpaid income tax, USC, and eligible expenses including medical costs, tuition fees, and flat-rate allowances.
Rebates can be claimed for the previous 4 years. Even where Revenue has stated that no rebate is due, we may find additional rebates for you.
You can still claim rebates for any eligible taxes paid within the past 4 years, regardless of your current employment status or location.
Common Tax Credit Questions
This tax relief is available to PAYE workers in certain occupations to cover work-related costs. Please click here to see the full list of applicable occupations.
Yes. Eligible expenses include GP visits, medication, dental treatments, and private therapy. You can claim up to 20% back.
Tuition and private hospital fees for maternity care are eligible for tax relief.
Yes. You may be entitled to additional tax relief if you’ve worked remotely in the past 4 years.
Costs such as bin charges, union fees, vet bills, and pandemic-related work expenses cannot be claimed.
Additional Tax Questions
Emergency tax occurs when your employer does not have sufficient details to apply for tax credits, leading to higher deductions temporarily. Emergency tax can be reclaimed, contact us now to see if you are due a rebate.
Yes. Provide us with your Annual Pension Statement, and we’ll ensure all eligible reliefs are applied.
You may still be eligible for a rebate if you’ve worked in Ireland within the past 4 years. Complete our sign-up form now to see if you are due a rebate!
Yes, it may. We’ll ensure you’re assessed appropriately and maximise any eligible tax credits, such as the Single Person Child Carer Credit (SPC). Contact us now to determine your tax status.
Yes. Single parents may be eligible for the SPC, provided they have custody and maintain their child’s well-being. Complete our sign-up form and we will determine if your tax credits are allocated correctly.
