Living in Ireland
Europe — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Dublin
Currency
EUR
Continent
Europe
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Ireland.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Ireland
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Visa Free | 90 days |
| United Kingdom | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Austria | Visa Free | — |
| Belgium | Visa Free | — |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | — |
| Croatia | Visa Free | — |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | — |
| Czechia | Visa Free | — |
| Denmark | Visa Free | — |
| Estonia | Visa Free | — |
Detailed visa guides for Ireland
Monthly costs
Dublin
Rent (center)
2,000 EUR/mo
Groceries
350 EUR/mo
Transport
120 EUR/mo
Est. Monthly Total
2,670 EUR/mo
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Work permits
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Critical Skills Employment Permit
Duration: 2 years, then eligible for Stamp 4
Workers in highly skilled shortage occupations with a job offer above salary threshold
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General Employment Permit
Duration: 2 years, renewable for 3 years
Workers with a job offer meeting minimum salary (34,000 EUR) not on ineligible list
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Startup Entrepreneur Programme (STEP)
Duration: 2 years, renewable for 3 years
Entrepreneurs with an innovative business idea and 50,000 EUR funding
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
20% – 40%
Social Security (Employee)
0.04%
Single person standard rate band. PRSI employee contribution is 4%. USC (Universal Social Charge) applies separately.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Ireland. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Get a SafetyWing quote →Connectivity
Airalo
Ireland eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
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