Living in Ireland Cost of Living in Ireland It shouldn’t be surprising that living in Ireland is considerably less costly than it is in UK. The difference in prices is especially visible in rent and property prices. For instance – buying an apartment in the centre of London will cost you £16000 per square meter, same kind of apartment in Dublin you can buy for £4000 per square meter. Buying a House in Ireland There are...
Read moreTransportation in Ireland Public Transportation in Ireland Ireland has three major airports, Dublin, Shannon and Cork, and a number of regional ones. There are frequent services to the UK. However the buses are the main method of transportation in Ireland; intercity connections are fast and reliable, although in rural areas, they may run less frequently. Trains are less frequent and more expensive...
Read moreSocial Life in Ireland Language Thankfully you won’t need to learn a new language to have a social life in Ireland, as Irish and English are both the official languages of Ireland, with Irish being the first national official language, and the language used in the EU. It is a Celtic language and a compulsory subject to study in school. Around 10% of the population are fluent in Irish, as English is the mother tongue...
Read moreHealth Care in Ireland UK Pensions in Ireland Using the public health care in Ireland while having public insurance in other country works on the similar basis as pension system. If you are a pensioner, you need to inform the IPC (International Pension Centre) to prevent problems with your pension payments (tel: 0191 218 7777). Ireland has double taxation agreements with the UK so you will not be taxed twice, provided...
Read moreMoving to Ireland Ireland – Land of Myth and Legend St Patrick’s Mountain tempts you up — but beware! The path gets steeper and steeper, such that even a sheepdog takes one step back for every two steps up. The stones are a brilliant white, and very...
Read moreving to Ireland from UK Known internationally as a land of rich culture, ancient folklore and live music, the Emerald Isle is an attractive expat destination. With its thriving economy, excellent education system and striking natural beauty, moving to Ireland will be a wonderful chapter in your life. From tales of warrior battles to pirate...
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