Ireland CAT Calculator 2026 — Capital Acquisitions Tax

Calculate Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT) for Ireland 2026 — 33% on inheritances and gifts above the relevant group threshold. Apply agricultural relief (90%) or business relief (90%) to reduce the taxable value.

How does Irish CAT work?

Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT) at 33% applies to inheritances and gifts above tax-free thresholds. Group A (€335,000) — children and parents. Group B (€32,750) — siblings. Group C (€16,500) — everyone else. Agricultural relief and business relief provide a 90% reduction in the value of qualifying assets, significantly reducing CAT liability. The small gift exemption (€3,000 per year) is not included in this calculator.

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Ireland CAT Calculator 2026 — Capital Acquisitions Tax 33%

Calculate Irish Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT) 2026: 33% rate, Group A/B/C thresholds, agricultural and business relief at 90%. Free calculator with CSV save and compare.

2026 Ireland CAT Rules:
  • 33% rate on excess over threshold
  • Group A: €335,000 (children/parents)
  • Group B: €32,750 (siblings)
  • Group C: €16,500 (others)
  • Agricultural/Business relief: 90%
Inheritance Value€300,000
Group Threshold€335,000
Taxable Value (after relief & threshold)€0
CAT Payable (33%)€0
Effective Rate0.0%
Net Inheritance€300,000

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