New to Ireland?
Plain-English guides for anyone relocating to Ireland — immigration, banking, housing, healthcare, and employment.
Whether you are an EU citizen, on a work permit, studying, or returning home after years abroad, our guides cut through the complexity and point you to the official sources that matter.
Browse by topic
Immigration & Visas
Stamp types, IRP registration, renewals and visa pathways.
Banking, Tax & PPS
PPS number, bank accounts, PAYE and tax residency basics.
Housing & Accommodation
Renting process, deposits, RTB rules and area guides.
Healthcare
GP registration, medical card eligibility, private health insurance.
Employment & Working in Ireland
Work permit types, PRSI, employment rights and CV norms.
Transport & Driving
Driving licences, public transport, NCT, car insurance, and getting around Ireland.
Education & Schools
Enrolling children in school, third-level education, English language courses, and recognition of foreign qualifications.
Family & Children
Child Benefit, maternity and paternity leave, childcare schemes, and support for families with children.
Social Welfare
Jobseeker payments, Illness Benefit, Back to Education, and other Department of Social Protection payments.
Not sure where to start?
Most people arriving in Ireland need to do these three things first:
- Get a PPS number — you need it before you can work or access services
- Open a bank account — start with Revolut while you get settled
- Register with a GP — do this early, as lists fill up fast
General guidance only. Always verify specifics with the relevant official body — gov.ie, citizensinformation.ie, hse.ie.