Getting Irish income taxes back when leaving?

Hello,

I am a Canadian who was been working in Ireland for the past 3 years. 1 year on a working holiday visa and 2+ years on an Irish green card. I have paid thousands of euros in income taxes to the Irish government over the past 3 years.

I am moving to the UK in September. My Grandfather was born in the UK, so I qualify for a working visa. I only hold Canadian citizenship. I will be leaving Ireland permanently.

I have a few questions:
1. Do I qualify to get any or all of my Irish income taxes back?
2. Am I able to get VAT back on any retail purchases?

Thanks!

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agnelson: Please don't respond on topics you don't understand.

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I haven't heard any update on this. After a bit more research, it seems I can submit a p50 form just after leaving Ireland and get some tax back. I am still a bit confused as to how much tax money I can expect back. Is it just this current tax year or is it more? Does anyone know?

Thanks

My apologies.

Sorry, I haven't heard anything about this before. Now, I am also wanting to know about this topic.