Irish Property Purchase Pack for US Buyers
Full Irish conveyancing service for US buyers, plus every ancillary piece US purchasers need — non-resident PPSN application, funds-of-source declaration, Irish bank-account opening guide, US-IE currency transfer guidance, and a post-completion property-ownership structure review. Fixed fee €999 for residential transactions up to €1.5 million.
Why US buyers need a specialist conveyancer
Irish conveyancing is a different system from US real-estate practice. There is no title insurance as standard; the solicitor-driven “good root of title” process replaces it. Stamp duty, Local Property Tax, Anti-Money-Laundering source-of-funds rules and the Non-Resident Landlord regime all catch US buyers who use a generic high-street conveyancer. This pack was built specifically to close those gaps.
What’s included
- Full residential conveyancing — contract review, pre-contract enquiries, requisitions on title, closing and registration in the Property Registration Authority Ireland (PRAI).
- Non-resident PPSN application — we handle the Client Identity Service application so you can register as a purchaser and pay Stamp Duty.
- Funds-of-source (AML) pack — guidance on the documentary trail every Irish solicitor is required to satisfy under the Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) Act 2010. We tell you exactly what US bank statements and 1099s to send, and we deal with Irish bank queries on your behalf.
- Irish bank-account opening guide — a live list of Irish banks that will open a non-resident account, the documents they require, and introductions where appropriate.
- US-Ireland currency transfer brief — a neutral comparison of specialist FX providers versus bank wires, and how to structure the transfer to satisfy Irish AML.
- Stamp Duty & Local Property Tax calculation — we calculate your liability and file the Stamp Duty return (Form SDR) on closing.
- Non-Resident Landlord setup (optional) — if you plan to rent out the property, we set you up in Revenue’s Non-Resident Landlord Withholding Tax system at no extra cost.
- Ownership-structure review — whether to buy personally, jointly with a spouse, via an Irish limited company, or via a trust, considering US estate-tax exposure.
Who this pack is for
- US citizens buying a family home in Ireland alongside a Stamp 0, Stamp 1G or Stamp 4 move.
- US buyers acquiring an investment property to rent out.
- Returning Irish-Americans buying a holiday home or retirement property.
- Dual US-Irish citizens purchasing from overseas.
- US parents buying a property for an Irish-based student or young professional child.
How it works
- Order online. Fixed fee €999 for transactions up to €1.5m (transactions above this are quoted at €999 plus 0.1% of the portion above €1.5m).
- Kick-off call. 30-minute video session within 5 working days to map your deal.
- Documentation sprint. PPSN application, AML pack, bank-account opening — often started before you have even found a property.
- Conveyancing sprint. Contract review, pre-contract enquiries, requisitions on title, closing. Typical Irish residential conveyance runs 8–12 weeks from signed booking deposit.
- Post-completion wrap. Registration, Stamp Duty filing, Local Property Tax registration and (if applicable) Non-Resident Landlord setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be in Ireland to buy a property?
No. The entire process can be handled remotely — we can execute contracts on your behalf under a Power of Attorney, or you can sign electronically or in person at a US notary and courier original signed contracts to us.
What about a mortgage?
Most Irish lenders will lend to US buyers only if you are also becoming Irish tax-resident, and the process is considerably slower than a cash purchase. We can make an introduction to mortgage brokers who specialise in non-resident lending, but many US buyers purchase outright using a currency-transfer service.
How much is Stamp Duty?
Residential property Stamp Duty in Ireland is 1% on the first €1 million and 2% on the excess above €1 million, with a 10% rate on bulk residential purchases (10+ units). Commercial property is 7.5%. We calculate your exact liability during the pre-contract phase.
Are there extra taxes because I’m American?
Irish Stamp Duty rates do not vary by nationality. US citizens should, however, consider US estate-tax exposure on Irish property — our ownership-structure review covers this.
What if the purchase falls through?
If the transaction aborts after signing of contracts, the pre-contract fee of €299 is non-refundable; the remainder is refunded. Most pre-contract aborts can be worked around with structuring advice.
Can you help me sell a property later as well?
Yes — our Property Sale Pack is available at a 15% returning-client discount for anyone who bought via this pack.
Why Online Legal Services
Our Irish conveyancing team is regulated by the Law Society of Ireland and maintains professional indemnity insurance well above the minimum required. Payments and deposits are held in regulated client accounts. Instructions and documents are submitted over HTTPS and stored on GDPR-compliant EU infrastructure.
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What’s Included?
If your matter cannot be handled online, you receive a full refund within 24 hours.
What’s Not Included?
If your matter cannot be handled online, you receive a full refund within 24 hours.
Turnaround time
If your matter cannot be handled online, you receive a full refund within 24 hours.
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