Are there electricity credits in 2026?
As of May 2026, Ireland has not announced a broad universal domestic electricity credit like the crisis-era bill credits that appeared in earlier years.
Budget 2026 measures focused more on energy upgrades, VAT treatment, and targeted supports rather than a new universal electricity account credit.
Supports to check
If bills are difficult, check targeted supports first. Fuel Allowance is a major winter support for eligible households, and Budget 2026 expanded access for Working Family Payment recipients subject to qualifying conditions.
Home energy upgrade grants can also reduce bills over time, although they are not the same as a bill credit. They are more relevant if you own the home or can make efficiency improvements.
- Fuel Allowance eligibility and payment dates.
- Supplier hardship supports or payment plans.
- SEAI grants for insulation, heating controls, solar PV, and wider upgrades.
- Whether your current energy discount has expired.
What to do if your bill is still high
Check whether your current plan is still discounted. A household can lose more money from an expired tariff than it would receive from many one-off supports.
Compare your annual cost against current market offers, then decide whether to switch, renegotiate, or schedule a reminder for the next renewal window.