🇮🇪 Ireland

Buying Property in Ireland: A Guide for Foreign Buyers

Apartments in Ireland cost from €5,800 to €5,800 per m² across the cities we track. Expect to pay another 2–3% of the price in taxes and fees.

Can foreigners buy property in Ireland?

No restrictions for foreign buyers

There are no restrictions on foreign ownership of residential property in Ireland for EU or non-EU buyers.

Tax ID you'll need: PPSN or Revenue tax reference (needed to file stamp duty)

How to buy, step by step

  1. 1Agree on price and pay a booking deposit through the agent
  2. 2Your solicitor reviews title and pre-contract enquiries
  3. 3Sign contracts and pay the balance of a 10% deposit
  4. 4Close the sale and pay the balance
  5. 5File and pay stamp duty and register at Tailte Éireann

What it costs

A 60 m² apartment in Dublin at the average €5,800/m² costs about €348,000. Purchase taxes and fees add roughly €6,960–€10,440. Full breakdown of Ireland property taxes and costs.

Dublin€5,800/m² · gross yield 5%

Mortgages and residency

Approx. 50–70% LTV; few Irish lenders lend to non-residents.

The Immigrant Investor Programme closed to new applications in 2023 and never included residential property.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can foreigners buy property in Ireland?↓
There are no restrictions on foreign ownership of residential property in Ireland for EU or non-EU buyers.
How much are buying costs in Ireland?↓
Typically 2–3% of the purchase price for a resale apartment, including transfer tax, notary or legal fees and registration.
How much does an apartment cost in Ireland?↓
Average prices range from €5,800/m² to €5,800/m² across 1 cities; in Dublin a 60 m² apartment costs about €348,000.
Can non-residents get a mortgage in Ireland?↓
Approx. 50–70% LTV; few Irish lenders lend to non-residents.
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Last reviewed 2026-10. General information, not tax or legal advice: rates change and often depend on region and buyer status, so confirm with a local notary, lawyer or tax adviser. Sources: Matheson: Irish Budget 2025 key announcements.