Making Informed Choices

Central Bank of Ireland provides information and guidance on a range of financial topics - including savings, credit, short-term borrowing, investing, insurance, and financial services - to help you understand the financial system and make informed decisions.

Saving & Borrowing

Credit Cards

Learn about interest rates, charges and switching providers.

Deposit Guarantee

Find out about the Deposit Guarantee Scheme and how it protects your money.

High Cost Credit

High cost credit is one of the most expensive ways you can borrow money.

Saving

Tips on how to make your savings grow and work harder for you.

Short-Term Credit

What to know when buying goods and services by instalment.



Investing & Financial Products

Buying Insurance

Guidance on buying insurance and how the sector operates in Ireland.

Financial Brokers

What you need to know about using a financial broker or retail intermediary.

Government Bonds

Learn about buying and selling Irish government bonds and treasury bills.

Investing

Information about investing your money, regulations and consumer protection.