Your life in Ireland starts here
Make your move to Ireland
English-speaking and green, Ireland offers excellent healthcare and famously tax-friendly treatment for many new arrivals. A dedicated route welcomes the financially independent.
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At a glance
Ireland, in brief.
How Ireland compares with the 80+ destinations we cover. Ireland ranks among the best for english-friendliness (9th of 81) and healthcare (12th of 78) and safety (15th of 78).
Compare destinations- Cost of living
- High
- Property
- Very expensive
- Healthcare
- Excellent
- Safety
- Safe
- Climate
- Cool (~10°C)
- English
- Native / official
- Expat community
- Very large
Stamp 0 for the wealthy (~€50k/yr)
Remittance basis for non-doms
Life in Ireland
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Your move plan
Ireland, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in the order most people tackle them. Each one links to the guide that walks you through it.
- 01Check which visa fits your moveRead the guide : Check which visa fits your move
- 02Work out your monthly budgetRead the guide : Work out your monthly budget
- 03Arrange health cover for your moveRead the guide : Arrange health cover for your move
- 04Understand how the health system worksRead the guide : Understand how the health system works
- 05Bring your pet, if you have oneRead the guide : Bring your pet, if you have one
- 06Find somewhere to rentRead the guide : Find somewhere to rent
- 07Open a local bank accountRead the guide : Open a local bank account
- 08Know your residency steps after you arriveRead the guide : Know your residency steps after you arrive
- 09Find a doctorRead the guide : Find a doctor
- 10Understand your tax positionRead the guide : Understand your tax position
- 11Sort out your driving licenceRead the guide : Sort out your driving licence
- 12Set up a phone and internetRead the guide : Set up a phone and internet
- 13Plan schools, if you're moving with childrenRead the guide : Plan schools, if you're moving with children
Plan your move
Answers for your move.
Free tools that turn big questions about Ireland into clear answers.
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- Compare cost of livingWhat your money is worth in Ireland.01
- Check retirement affordabilityWhere your pension clears the requirement.02
- Find visa optionsEvery route you could qualify for.03
- Get moving quotesUp to five free quotes from international movers.04
- Compare money transfer ratesFor large international transfers.05
The complete picture
The Ireland moving guide.
54 guides, from your visa to finding a vet. Start with the three most people need first.
- Start here · 01
Visas
Which visa fits your move, and how to apply.
- Start here · 02
Residency
Your residence permit, from first stay to long term.
- Start here · 03
Banking
Opening an account and moving money.
Visas, residency and work
6
Healthcare
7
Buying property
5
Health and wellbeing
8
Travel and transport
5
Driving and cars
5
You won't be the first
Real people who made the move.
People who built a life in Ireland share what surprised them, what helped and what they'd do again. All Ireland stories
- Dungarvan
Jay Murphy
Jay Murphy, age 54, born Chicago, Illinois, lived for the last 20 years in St. Petersburg, Florida.Retired from the US Air Force…
- Dublin
Grace Taylor
My name is Grace Taylor, and I am a Canadian expat currently living in Ireland.Where, when and why did you move abroad?…
- Dublin
Alain Buffing
My name is Alain Buffing, I am a Dutch business executive and cloud expert, currently working as a Inbound Marketing Specialist at…
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