Revenue are reminding employers and accountants acting on their behalf to register for the EWSS through ROS if they have not already done so. Revenue are stressing the importance of registering before the first pay date for which EWSS is being claimed, as applications cannot be backdated.

In a recent press release, Revenue said:

“Employers who meet the eligibility conditions should take action and register now if they wish to claim EWSS in respect of payroll submissions made on or after 1 September 2020. However, in doing so, employers should be aware that making an application for tax clearance and registering for the EWSS are separate processes. Both processes need to be completed before an employer can access EWSS supports. Additionally, employers who are currently claiming the Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme (TWSS) must separately register for the EWSS as different eligibility conditions apply to both schemes.”

As of Thursday 27 August, 12,100 employers registered for the EWSS, while 14,800 employers applied for tax clearance.

To qualify for tax clearance, the business and any persons or entities connected to the business must be compliant with all obligations under tax legislation for the filing of tax returns and payment of taxes.

Revenue published updated Guidelines on the operation of the EWSS in early September.