Relocation Playbook
Move from London to Dublin
London executives hop to Dublin for 12.5% corporate rates and lower PAYE bands. We quantify the delta across tax, cost of living, and monthly cash flow so you can ship an evidence-backed relocation memo.
London Net Pay
£92,535
Effective rate 43.5% • marginal 55.0%
Dublin Net Pay
€126,426
Effective rate 34.6% • marginal 44.5%
Annual delta
+$18,784.95
After tax & social costs on $210,000 package
Tax structure breakdown
- •Top personal rate 40% vs UK 45% + NI
- •12.5% corporate tax for consulting shops
- •Proximity to London clients with same timezone
Cost of living shift
Cost of living
56
Cost of living
97
Rent index
56
Rent index
68
Differences in rent and COL mean the tax delta compounds into lifestyle gains.
Relocation timeline
- Week 0-4: Finalize offer structure, trigger exit tax planning in London, and launch visa applications for Dublin.
- Week 4-10: Relocate, lease housing, and obtain tax residency certificates (TRC/Tax Domicile). Update payroll & equity grant paperwork.
- Week 10+: Rebuild allowances and cash management to exploit Dublin benefits (housing stipends, CPF/GOSI options, corporate structures).