Trade Union Subscriptions

Who can Claim?

An individual who is a member of a Trade Union at any time in a year of assessment.

Conditions to Qualify

An individual must be a member of a Trade Union which is:

  • The holder of a negotiation licence under the Trade Union Act 1941
  • An exempted body within the meaning of section 6 of the Trade Union Act 1941, as amended by the Trade Union Act 1942
  • A Garda Representative Body
  • A Defence Forces Representative Body.

Relief Due

See Charts for details. The tax credit is available annually regardless of the actual amount of the subscription paid.

How to claim

Reference Material

Section 472C Taxes Consolidation Act 1997


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