moving to Ireland?

Question

Hi I have applied for a job in Sandyford, I am wishing to move to Ireland from the Uk, I have not got the first clue what to do,
Has anyone got any tips?????????

Answer 1

You are probably going to have fun and enjoy yourself ...

Housing is going to be your biggest problem.

Prices are far worse that the UK (even London)
check out http://www.myhome.ie/ and remember the euro conversion.
You may end up living somewhere remote if you are not careful.
Look for accomodation on the main transport links.
The LUAS tram does terminate at sandyford and there are some other bus links.

In terms of Tax , Pensions , National insurance the Irish system used to be very similar to the UK system. Things have diverged over the years but the basic PAYE system is in place.
Have a look at http://www.revenue.ie for information on tax.
There is a Moving to Ireland Tax Guide here.
When you move from the UK you will have to figure out the tax year dates as the two countries have different tax years (1st Jan in Ireland) Do a quick check on your tax liability.

The Health service in the republic of Ireland is not like the national health service, i.e. all things are not free. It is like the NHS in that there is severe pressure on the system and an long list of cutbacks.

Many people use the http://www.vhi.ie which was a semi-state organisation last time I was in Ireland (Part owned by the state) there are also private health companies.
Prescriptions are not dealt with the same way so if you have regular needs ask ahead how to deal with it.

If you get the job maybe you could ask the company if there is anyone who has recently re-located they could put in touch with you.

Good luck !

Answer 2

I work in Sandyford myself, and used to live in the UK, so I know where you're coming from!

First thing is to find some accommodation - I recommend www.daft.ie that has a comprehensive listing of property to buy, rent or share. Your best bet is to find somewhere to rent/share along the Luas tram line, as the terminus is located in Sandyford. You will need to set up a bank account over here also so your employer can organise your wages to be paid - try Bank of Ireland (they have a branch in the Sandyford Industrial Estate).

If you get a job here, it is likely that perks will include Health Insurance - ask if this is the case as you'll save yourself around €550 per year if it is provided for by your employer.

Sandyford is served by a good level of local resources that you'll need - there are good transport links including the Blue Coach that serves Dublin Airport, regular buses into Dublin and the aforementioned Luas stop. There is a local GP, dentist, and a hospital due to open in a few weeks. With regards shopping, there is a large shopping centre in Dundrum that is served by the Luas, this has a 24/7 Tesco supermarket. At the moment Sandyford Industrial Estate is as it suggests - industrial, however this is changing rapidly. There are some old-style factories scattered about, however these are being replaced with new buildings - namely the Beacon development including the Beacon Court office block (where I work for 123.ie), the Beacon Medical Clinic and the soon to open Beacon Hospital. There is also a large apartment complex at Beacon South Quarter that people are just beginning to move into, however this will not be completed until late next year (I'll be moving in in July '07). A large shopping centre, health spa, public gym and ice rink are also being built as part of the complex.

I can highly recommend moving here, the people are friendly, the job opportunities are good around the Sandyford area and IMO it's a great place to work.

Answer 3

Sandyford is on the Bay and served well by public transport, both bus and Dart (tube like rail transport - regular). Easy access to Dublin central and south to Dun Laoghaire, Bray, Greystones etc. Nothing in the immediate vicinity except the large beach. Beware of the tide as it goes out for miles and comes in quite fast. Night life in the old Dublin Docklands is supposed to be quite good and weekends in Bray - down the Prom again quite lively. Get good digs and watch your property when out and about. If you want a quick long weekend back in UK, you can catch the high speed ferry from Dun Laoghaire or Dublin to Holyhead and rapid train service to most parts of UK. Total travel to London for instance about eight hours. Have a great time and if in Bray, spit in the Dargle as you cross the bridge.....

Answer 4

Where's Sandyford anyway??

Answer 5

Housing is very expensive, especially around Dublin, and it's hard to find something affordable and nice, so that's the first thing you have to make sure of. People are like everywhere, traffic is murderous, once you're out of Dublin the landscape is beautiful... sorry I can't be more specific, I don't know enough about your hopes and fears.

Answer 6

Find a home and buy it like this you same money.
then buy the furniture.

Answer 7

check out www.daft.ie for accommodation, i got my rented apartment there, its a great website :o)

Answer 8

www.irishlinks.co.uk
www.movetoireland.com
www.internationalmovers.tv/ireland.html
www.sceala.com/phpBB2/forum-34.html
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listings/living/livingabroadin/living_abroad_in_ireland_moving.shtml
www.internationalmovers.tv/ireland.html