The guide
Settling in Ireland, topic by topic.
The rules that matter, checked on official websites and explained simply. To find out what applies to your situation, ask Moovy, our AI assistant.
- ResidenceRegistering, deadlines, papers to keep.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Public services and online portalsWho does what, digital identity, the order of steps.
- Who does what in the Irish administration, and in what order should you do your paperwork?
- Tax numberGetting it, before or after you arrive.
- How do you get your PPS number in Ireland?
- TaxesTax residence, rates, schemes for newcomers.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- HealthcareRegistering, the European Health Insurance Card, the S1 form.
- Health insurance required for visas and permits: what EU rules ask (short and long stays)
- SchoolEnrolling your children, international schools, childcare.
- How do you enrol your child in school in Ireland (public school, French school, qualifications)?
- Crèche and pre-school in Ireland: what support is available (ECCE, National Childcare Scheme)?
- Working for yourselfLegal forms, contributions, VAT, accounting.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- WorkContract, salary, unemployment, recognition of qualifications.
- Working in Ireland: finding a job, your contract, the minimum wage and your rights
- HousingRenting, buying, lease pitfalls.
- Renting a home in Ireland: lease, deposit, rent increases and scams to avoid
- Buying a home in Ireland when you come from another country: steps, costs and mortgage
- BankingOpening an account, what you will be asked for.
- Opening a bank account in Ireland: documents, basic account, foreign IBAN and protection of your money
- Driving licence and carExchanging your licence, registering your car.
- Importing your car into Ireland: registration, VRT, roadworthiness test and motor tax
- RetirementReceiving your pension, settling as a retiree.
- Retiring in Ireland: right of residence, healthcare with the S1 and tax on your foreign pension
- Customs and daily lifeLanguage, opening hours, manners, what surprises newcomers.
- Everyday life in Ireland: languages, public holidays, emergencies and customs to know
These guides give the general rules. Your situation can change the answer: Moovy looks at it with you and tells you when you need a professional.
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