What if I’m widowed but don’t have dependent children?

If you don’t have dependent children, you can’t claim the Widowed Parent’s Tax Credit. You may instead claim the Widowed Person’s Tax Credit (€2,540 per year) for the years following your bereavement. You must not be remarried or cohabiting.

In the year of bereavement, you’re still entitled to the Married/Civil Partner’s Tax Credit (€4,000).