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Personal Public Servies Number(PPSN)
What is a PPSN
Your Personal Public Service (PPS) Number is a unique reference number that helps you access social welfare benefits, public services and information in Ireland.
Why do I need a PPSN
You will need a PPS Number if you need one to access public services and to pay tax.鈥痀ou will need a PPSN number and register your employment in order to avoid Emergency Tax.
What is Emergency Tax
Emergency Tax is an alternative basis of tax deduction. Income Tax and Universal Social Charge (USC) are deducted from your pay at the鈥鈥痓y your employer. This happens in certain circumstances where your employer is unable to obtain a Revenue Payroll Notification (RPN) for you.鈥
To avoid paying Emergency Tax, you need to:
- give your employer your鈥
- ensure your鈥鈥痺ith Revenue.
You need to do this as soon as possible, so that your employer can request a鈥鈥痓efore your first pay day.
How do I register my employment with Revenue
First time employees in Ireland should register for 鈥惭测础肠肠辞耻苍迟鈥. For instructions on how to do so please click
What do I need to apply for my PPSN
To get a PPS Number, you must provide evidence of:
- your identity
- why you need a PPS Number
- your address
When should I apply
You should apply for your PPSN as soon as you possible upon arriving in Ireland
How can I apply
For detailed information on application, people arriving from Ukraine, PPS for children please click
What is UCC鈥檚 Employer Registration Number
The UCC Employer's Tax Registration Number (TRN) is:鈥OOO6286E
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