A Guide on Moving to Ireland | Part 1 – Important Disclaimer
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If this is your first time reading this guide on moving to Ireland, please read this before continuing.
I moved to Dublin, Ireland, in August 2016 on a temporary working holiday visa (I returned to Canada in June 2018). I wanted to give you some information about moving to Ireland. The information in this guide is from my perspective as a Canadian who was in Ireland on a two-year Working Holiday Visa. If you’re a citizen of another country and/or if you want to get a permanent visa and/or if you wish to attend school in Ireland, you’ll need to do further research. Here is an excellent place to start.
I am not an immigration lawyer or expert. I make no guarantees that your experience moving to Ireland will be the same as mine. Failure to do the proper research and apply for the correct visa can result in serious legal trouble. I also cannot guarantee the information in this guide will remain accurate forever, as rules for moving to Ireland could change. You need to be responsible for yourself, do the proper research, and ensure you are moving to Ireland (or any country, for that matter) legally. My goal with this guide is to give you some inspiration and general information on moving to Ireland. I hope that if you are thinking about or planning to move to Ireland, this helps you be a bit more prepared and aware of certain situations that could come up. Again, though, your experience if you move to Ireland may be different from mine.
“Ireland” in this guide refers to the Republic of Ireland. Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom and has different rules about visas than the Republic of Ireland. If you are looking to work and live in Northern Ireland, you will need to research visas for the UK. I have not lived or worked in the UK, so I cannot speak on moving to that country.
To help you navigate this guide on Moving to Ireland it has been divided into six parts. Click on a link below to read that part of the guide on Moving to Ireland.
Part 1 – Important Disclaimer – Please Read This First If You’re New To This Guide
Part 2 – Should You Move to Ireland?
Part 3 – Before You Arrive
Part 4 – Getting Settled and Paperwork
Part 5 – Finding a Place to Live
Part 6 – Getting a Job
Living in another country is a big leap. I do love Ireland though. The people are so friendly and the country is so beautiful so I can understand why you would want to live there. Thanks for sharing on #TheWeeklyPostcard
There is so much to consider when emigrating, I did it once as a child with my parents and again with my husband more recently. Both times were with permanent visas not holiday ones – it’s a great experience but takes a bit of planning and a steep learning curve.
Great tips for those considering a stay in the Emerald Isle. Fun place is Ireland, so much to see out in the beautiful countryside and of course so close to Europe.
I hope you have a nice time in Ireland. Waiting to see your experience living there.
Moving to Ireland sounds like quite an adventure. Is it difficult to find a job though? I’ve heard that the Irish economy is struggling a bit and it’s not that easy to find work. It’s such a beautiful country though.
Thanks for the tips. These will be really helpful other people looking to move to Ireland – and I had no idea that the working holiday visa went up to 35 there!
For someone contemplating Ireland, this should be very convenient. You have covered nearly everything a person would need to be know.
These tips will be definitely helpful for someone planning to move to Dublin. Though I have traveled a lot my base is fixed for a long time now. I am keen to do a transfer like this and see the hardships if any.
Looks like a great option to me. You only live once and what an adventure to be had. Best wishes no matter what you decide.
Very useful information. Good luck with your new life in Ireland!
Great information for those who are thinking of taking the leap. Ireland has such a charm about it, it would be hard NOT to move there!
Good post to those who are moving to Ireland. Good luck for you 🙂 Ireland is a great place to visit. Hope that to live too!
Its so exciting to move to a new country! I made similar plans when moving to South Korea. Having money in your bank account is so helpful when moving abroad! There are always unexpected things and jobs fall through. My first job stopped paying us so I had to find a new one ASAP!
This article made me smile because it’s the opposite of an article I wrote about why I DIDN’T move to Barcelona. These are very useful tips, and part of why I didn’t end up moving to Spain is that I didn’t think through these important logistics, and they came as a shock!
Good luck and congratulations on the big move! It will be awesome. Lots of useful info here!
I think the idea of moving out and traveling the world is a great idea. Hope to see you in India sometime 🙂 however, I am not sure if there working vacation visa here.
These are great tips for anyone considering a move to Ireland! I’m glad you found a country that gives out working visas up to age 35. Hope you enjoy the art, culture and nature of Ireland during your stay there!
Moving to another country can be challenging and rewarding. I have done it and it has it’s pluses and minuses. Good luck in your job search.
Congratulations on making the move to Ireland and for taking that leap. Gettings settled is never easy, but it seems like you are finding your way. These are great tips for folks interested in doing the same. Good luck and looking forward to reading more about your experience.
I like the fact that cheap flight was one of the main reasons for choosing Ireland.
I hope you’ll stay happy with your choice of moving to Ireland!
Great tips!!! Thanks for the information
Great tips! Ireland is definitely a country I’d consider moving to, as well.