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Credit and debt

Borrowing money in Ireland
Consumers in Ireland who borrow money are protected by legislation. Advice on getting the right loan for your needs and how to shop around for a loan.
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Types of Credit
There are many different types of credit available to consumers in Ireland. You will find descriptions of the most popular types of credit here.
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Credit advertising in Ireland
This document describes the rules governing the advertising of credit to consumers in Ireland.
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Credit issues and privacy
This document discusses your rights to privacy as a consumer if you are involved in a credit agreement.
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Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
Irish law stipulates how APR must be displayed and expressed on credit advertisements. What is APR and what is its significance?
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Hire purchase agreements in Ireland
This document describes the law concerning hire purchase agreements in Ireland.
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Moneylending in Ireland
Various laws regulating moneylending in Ireland. Moneylending is the practice of giving cash loans or supplying goods or services that are repaid at a high level of interest over a short period of time.
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Money Advice and Budgeting Service
The Money Advice and Budgeting Service is a free, confidential service for people in Ireland with debt and money management problems.
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Contact Us

If you have a question relating to this topic you can contact the Citizens Information Phone Service on 0761 07 4000 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 9pm) or you can visit your local Citizens Information Centre.