Cycle to Work Scheme 2026

Bike To Work Scheme 2026

The Bike to Work Scheme is a great incentive for cyclists. Here are the incentives for 2026 and how to avail of the benefits.

This scheme encourages you to cycle to and from work. Under the scheme your employer can buy a bicycle and safety equipment for you. This benefit will not be taxable.

There are three limits, depending on the type of bicycle purchased.

€3,000 on cargo and ecargo bikes
€1,500 on pedelecs and ebikes
€1,250 for other bikes.

The above limits include related safety equipment.

What bicycles and equipment are included?

New bicycles and pedelecs (electrically assisted bicycles which require some effort from the cyclist).

Cargo and ecargo bicycles with a frame specially designed to carry heavy loads or passengers.

The scheme does not cover:

motorbikes, scooters or mopeds
second-hand bicycles or equipment
bicycle parts or associated equipment.

The following new safety equipment, if purchased with the bicycle, are also covered:

cycle helmets
bells and bulb horns
lights, including dynamo packs
mirrors and mudguards
cycle clips and dress guards
panniers, luggage carriers and straps
locks and chains
pumps, puncture repair kits, cycle tool kits and tyre sealant
reflective clothing, white front reflectors and spoke reflectors.

Child seats, helmets and trailers are not included.

The Cycle to Work Scheme is a tax incentive scheme which aims to encourage employees to cycle to and from work. Under the scheme employers can pay for bicycles and bicycle equipment for their employees and the employee pays back through a salary sacrifice arrangement of up to 12 months. The employee is not liable for tax, PRSI or the Universal Social Charge on their repayments.

Using the Bike to Work scheme, your employer can help you obtain a brand new bike and safety equipment worth up to €1,250 for a regular bike, up to €1,500 for an electric bike or up to €3,000 for a cargo bike. You can use a salary sacrifice arrangement to save up to 51% of the retail price of bike and equipment.

€1,250 for a Regular Bike & Equipment
€1,500 for an Electric Bike & Equipment
€3,000 for a Cargo Bike & Equipment
Sacrifice monthly payment arrangement through your employer.
Save up to 51% of the retail price of bike and equipment.
Employer savings as well.
Long term personal savings on commuting cost.
Your employer does not have to take part in the scheme. However if they do, they must offer it to all their employees.

OE Bikes has a large range of great value bike brands that qualify for the 2026 Bike to Work Scheme. Browse the website or visit up in the shop, have a coffeee and let's talk about what you need from the Cycle to Work Scheme.

We have expert staff on hand, who are all experienced cyclists and can advise. Plus you get a free bike fit with your bike purchase.