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Ireland increases R&D tax credit rate to 35%, mulls widening scope

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Posted on October 7, 2025

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Ireland increases R&D tax credit rate to 35%, mulls widening scope
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DUBLIN (Reuters) -Ireland will increase the rate for its research and development tax credit that is mainly used by foreign multinationals to 35% from 30%, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe told

Ireland Boosts R&D Tax Credit Rate to 35% and Considers Changes

Overview of R&D Tax Credit Changes

DUBLIN (Reuters) -Ireland will increase the rate for its research and development tax credit that is mainly used by foreign multinationals to 35% from 30%, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe told parliament on Tuesday.

Details of the Tax Rate Increase

He also committed to publishing a plan in the coming weeks which will consider additional targeted changes to the regime, including potentially in the areas of outsourcing and qualifying expenditure definitions.

Future Considerations and Changes

(Reporting by Padraic Halpin and Graham Fahy; Editing by Aidan Lewis)

Key Takeaways

  • Ireland raises R&D tax credit rate to 35%.
  • Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe announced the change.
  • Potential changes in outsourcing and expenditure definitions.
  • Plan to be published in coming weeks.
  • Focus on foreign multinationals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is research and development (R&D)?
Research and development (R&D) refers to the activities companies undertake to innovate and introduce new products or services, which can include improving existing offerings.
What is corporate tax?
Corporate tax is a tax imposed on the income or profit of corporations, typically calculated as a percentage of the company's taxable income.
What is qualifying expenditure?
Qualifying expenditure refers to specific costs that can be claimed for tax relief or credits, often related to business activities such as R&D.
What is outsourcing in business?
Outsourcing is the practice of hiring external firms or individuals to handle certain business functions or processes, often to reduce costs or improve efficiency.

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