Freelance in Ireland

Freelance in Ireland: how freelancers pay taxes, get paid by foreign clients and find work, and which skills are in demand. Hire or offer services on Kits.

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The freelance market in Ireland

Ireland hosts the European headquarters of many tech giants, and Dublin has strong demand for developers, designers, marketers and localization specialists. Freelancers also work for clients in the UK and the US thanks to the shared language.

Taxes and legal status

A sole trader registers for income tax with Revenue (through ROS) and files a Form 11 return each year under self-assessment, paying income tax, the Universal Social Charge (USC) and PRSI contributions. Preliminary tax is due during the year. VAT registration is required above the turnover threshold for services. Some freelancers set up a limited company for lower corporate tax on retained profit.

This is general information as of 2026, not tax or legal advice. Rates and thresholds change, so check them with the tax authority or a local accountant before you register.

Getting paid

Clients in the EU usually pay by SEPA transfer in EUR, which is fast and cheap inside the European payment area. PayPal, Wise and Revolut are widely used for smaller amounts and clients outside the EU.

SEPA transfers in EUR
PayPal
Wise and Revolut
Stripe invoices

Skills in demand

software development
localization and translation
UX design
digital marketing
technical writing
finance and compliance consulting

Tips for freelancers in Ireland

Plan for preliminary tax: it is due before your first full year ends.
Big tech companies hire many contractors through agencies.
Your time zone works for both European and US clients.

Hiring a freelancer from Ireland

Local time in Ireland is UTC+0 (UTC+1 in summer), so agree in advance on the hours when you are both available for calls. Describe the task, the deadline and the budget in your first message, ask for examples of similar work, and fix what counts as done before work starts. If the work is for a local audience, a freelancer who knows the language and the market will save you rewrites.

Kits for freelancers in Ireland

Kits is an international freelance marketplace that is not tied to one country. Freelancers in Ireland can publish services with a portfolio and a clear price, or respond to clients' jobs, and talk to clients in the built-in chat. The first listing on each account is free, and the site works in nine languages, from English and Spanish to Russian, Turkish and Georgian.

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Frequently asked questions

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How are freelancers taxed in Ireland?

Freelancers register as a sole trader with Revenue and pay income tax, USC and PRSI through annual self-assessment. Rules change, so check the current rates with the tax authority or an accountant before you register.

How do freelancers in Ireland get paid by foreign clients?

The usual options are SEPA transfers in EUR, PayPal, Wise and Revolut and Stripe invoices. Which one suits you depends on the client's country, the fees and how fast you need the money.

Which freelance skills are in demand in Ireland?

software development, localization and translation, UX design, digital marketing, technical writing and finance and compliance consulting.

Can I find a freelancer in Ireland on Kits?

Yes. Kits is open to clients and freelancers from any country. Search the catalogue or post a job, compare portfolios and reviews, and agree on the details in the chat.