The Irish Revenue Commissioners collected approximately €734 million in 2025 through more than 291,600 audit and compliance interventions, according to preliminary results released on January 7, 2026. The agency reported a productive year characterized by high levels of voluntary compliance and significant enforcement actions against tax avoidance and evasion.
Revenue Chairman Niall Cody noted that the exchequer received €106 billion in taxes and duties throughout the year. Additionally, the agency collected over €34 billion on behalf of other government departments, EU member states, and various agencies.
Enforcement and Compliance Results Revenue's enforcement efforts in 2025 led to several high-profile outcomes:
Tax Avoidance: 189 cases were settled, yielding €41.7 million.Criminal Convictions: 204 convictions were secured for tax evasion offenses.Tax Defaulters: 113 settlements were published in the official list of tax defaulters.Despite these enforcement actions, voluntary compliance remained robust. Large and medium-sized cases saw a 99% compliance rate, while all other categories maintained a rate of 92%. Cody attributed this performance to the commitment of businesses and individuals, supported by Revenue’s digital services, which processed over 87 million transactions during the year.
Property and Land Tax Developments The agency highlighted key updates regarding property-related taxes:
Local Property Tax (LPT) Revenue has launched the revaluation campaign for the 2026–2030 period. Owners of residential properties are required to determine their property’s valuation band and submit returns.
Residential Zonal Land Tax (RZLT) The RZLT, targeting serviced land zoned for residential use, officially came into effect in 2025. Local authorities are currently publishing maps related to the 2026 filing period.
Debt Management and Employee Classification Revenue continues to manage legacy debt and employment status classifications:
Covid-19 Warehoused Debt: Approximately 95% of the 12,700 phased payment arrangements are being honored, with monthly payments averaging €23 million.Employee Misclassification: Following a Supreme Court judgment involving the pizza chain Dominos, Revenue is allowing employers to regularize the misclassification of employees for 2024 and 2025. Employers have until January 30 to make disclosures without facing penalties or interest.Conclusion The 2025 figures underscore a record-breaking year for the Irish exchequer, supported by both high voluntary compliance and targeted enforcement. As Revenue moves into 2026, its focus remains on the LPT revaluation and the continued rollout of the residential zoned land tax. With €106 billion generated for the state, the agency's digital-first approach appears to be effectively managing Ireland's expanding tax base.
