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Double taxation treaty between Ireland and Malta

The Irish and the Maltese have a lot in common. They are both Islands set on the periphery of Europe, military neutral and their economic growth is at par. Furthermore, they are expected to be one of most thriving economies in the European Union in the near future. To strengthen their bilateral ties, the two nations signed a Double taxation treaty.

VAT registration In Ireland

Every legal business entity operating in Ireland is obliged to pay VAT, save for a few businesses and individuals who are exempted; fishers, farmers and a few others. VAT is added on to the value of services or products at each stage of production or distribution. It’s rather a clever structure set up by governments to make companies unpaid tax collectors. The upside to VAT is that if your business is VAT registered, you can claim a VAT credit from the Irish Revenue for the tax you paid to other VAT registered entities.

Types of taxes in Ireland

By law, all legal Irish entities are supposed to pay taxes on all chargeable income and gains. Ireland’s Taxes Consolidation Act which was established in 1997 is instrumental in the country’s taxation system

Double Tax Treaty between the UAE and Ireland

The double taxation treaty between Ireland and the United Arab Emirates was signed in early July 2010. The tax convention was meant to prevent over taxation of businesses operating in both countries and it has also greatly strengthened the bilateral ties between the two nations. The pact fosters investment opportunities in either of the states and increases instances of trade endeavors between the two countries.

Switzerland-Ireland Double Taxation Treaty

Double taxation often crops up when doing business internationally and can be such a headache to the modern business world. Swiss citizens contemplating of doing business in Ireland will be relieved to know of the 1965 standing treaty that prevents double taxation in the event where a legal entity carries out taxable activities in one of the two states.

How to open a bank account in Ireland

Setting up a bank account in Ireland is no different from other countries. It’s a pretty straightforward process as long you have all the required documents. Both foreign citizens and national citizens are free to choose any Irish financial institution they would want to work with.

Female Entrepreneurship in Ireland

Female entrepreneurship is on a steep increase in Ireland owing to the numerous policies and schemes set in place to support the growing community of ambitious young female entrepreneurs.

Budget 2020 In Ireland

The forecasted date of the 2020 budget blue print is the 8th of October 2019. The 2020 budget is expected to be relatively bountiful with tax levies being significantly slashed and the spending net being double stretched.

Important points to note

Company creation in Ireland vs. other EC Countries

Company creation in Ireland is faster and more business-friendly compared to many other EU (EC) countries, with a simple registration process through the Companies Registration Office. Ireland also offers a competitive 12.5% corporate tax rate and strong support for international businesses. However, regulatory requirements in sectors like finance can be stricter than in some other EU countries, depending on the activity.

PAYE overpayments and underpayments of tax

PAYE taxpayers may find themselves with an overpayment of tax or an underpayment of tax due to various circumstances. It is important to know where you stand in regards to PAYE tax payments in case your tax credits are being calculated incorrectly or there is a discrepancy with your tax payments.