Registration Requirements for Irish Landlords

Every tenancy in Ireland must be registered with the RTB — and mistakes here are the #1 cause of landlord penalties. This guide explains exactly what you must submit, when, and how to stay compliant. Registering a tenancy with the RTB is a legal requirement for every Irish landlord. This page explains exactly what information you must submit, the deadlines involved, and the most common mistakes that lead to penalties.

What Dublin Landlords Must Register:

Tenant names
PPS numbers
Rent amount
Tenancy start date
Property address
BER details

Common Mistakes Irish Landlords Make:

Missing PPS numbers
Incorrect rent amount
Wrong tenancy start date
Forgetting annual re‑registration

What Dublin Landlords Must Register:

You must register within 1 month of the tenancy starting.
Late registration = automatic fines. See also Annual Registration, Lat
e Fees & PenaltiesMost landlords make mistakes because the RTB rules change frequently — we stay on top of them so you don’t have to.