Rent relief was a tax credit for private renters, but it was phased out and is no longer available for new claims since 2018.

However, a new Rent Tax Credit is now available from 2022 onwards. For 2025, the credit is:

  • €500 per person, or
  • €1,000 for jointly assessed couples.

To qualify:

  • You must rent your main home from a private landlord or under an approved housing scheme.
  • The tenancy must be registered with the RTB (Residential Tenancies Board).