Sage 50 Payroll Ireland v28.1 includes updates to support Budget 2025 changes, new integrations with Sage HR Online Services, and preparation for upcoming SEPA requirements. These updates help ensure compliance and improve payroll efficiency.

 NOTE: Sage 50 Payroll Ireland v28.1 isn't the latest version. We released v28.2 on 24 November. Find out what's new in Sage 50 Payroll Ireland v28.2. 

Pay related social insurance (PRSI) changes

Budget 2025 increases employer and employee PRSI contribution rates by 0.1% starting 1 October 2025.

• View a summary of the PRSI changes

Introduction to Sage HR Online Services

Sage 50 Payroll Ireland now connects with Sage HR, giving you the tools to:

• Upload payslips directly from Sage Payroll
• Let employees access their payslips securely, anytime and anywhere

Find out more about the Benefits of Online Services.

 NOTE: You need a subscription licence to use this feature. 

Want to see it in action? Join us for a free webinar covering how to set up and manage online payslips, ensuring a smooth transition to digital payroll. Register now.

SEPA compliance updates

This update includes updated mandatory fields to support SEPA changes in November 2025. These updates apply to:

• Employee records
• Company details
• Postal address fields

Find out more about SEPA changes and new ISO 20022 standards