Ireland

Am I going to have difficulties adjusting to living in Ireland?

Although it is very individual, Ireland is a very international working environment and there are a lot of foreigners from all over the world working there, including approx. 130,000 Poles. Living conditions are very pleasant and it is a safe country.

How can I get to Ireland from Poland?

Ryanair and AerLingus offer direct flights to Ireland – the flight lasts about 3 hours.

What do I need to remember when moving to Ireland?

Finding accommodation for the first 2-4 weeks
Signing of employment agreement with the local employer
Registration with the local employment office
Opening of a local bank account (a local phone number may be useful)
Renting of an apartment/room
Relocation (this can be outsource to a professional moving company)

Do I have to do my own taxes and social security contributions?

Every month the employer will be obliged to calculate and pay your taxes and social security contributions.

At the end of the year you will need to prepare your personal annual tax return. NeoProfessionals may assist in finding qualified external assistance to help you with this.

Am I going to be insured when working abroad?

Yes.

Do I need a visa?

No, a Polish citizen does not need a visa to work in Ireland.

Is a work permit required?

No, it is not required. You will only need to register your stay (if it exceeds 3 months or on commencement of employment) and obtain a so called Residence Permit and PPSN number (Personal Public Service Number). It is also required to obtain a tax residence certificate.

What currency will I be getting my salary in?

Working in Ireland means your salary will be denominated and paid out in EURO (the EUR/PLN rate is very attractive currently).

Is it risky to sign an employment agreement with an Irish employer?

When signing an employment contract with any employer, including a Polish one, it is always advisable to act with common sense and due care. NeoProfessionals works only for reputable companies.

Is living in Ireland safe?

Ireland is one of the safest and most friendly places in Europe. It is a member of the EU and NATO. Similarly to Poland, the majority religion is Catholicism.

		gross		net
		Poland	Ireland	Poland	Ireland
finance	junior accountant	4 500	13 500 – 14 500	3 200	9 000 – 10 000
	accountant	5 500	16 500 – 17 500	3 900	11 000 – 12 000
	senior accountant	6 500	17 500 – 18 500	4 600	12 500 – 13 500
	IFRS accountant	6 000		4 250
	fund accountant	6 000	12 500 – 13 500	4 250	9 000 – 10 000
	client relationship manager	9 000	21 000 – 22 000	6 350	15 500 – 16 500
CS/compliance	junior compliance officer	4 500	11 500 – 12 500	3 195	8 500 – 9 500
	compliance officer	5 500	22 000 – 23 000	3 905	16 000 – 17 000
	senior compliance officer	7 500	24 500 – 25 500	5 325	18 000 – 19 000
	junior trust officer	5 000	12 000 – 13 000	3 550	9 000 – 10 000
	trust officer	6 200	19 000 – 20 000	4 402	14 000 – 15 000
	senior trust officer	7 500	22 000 – 23 000	5 325	16 500 – 17 500
	team leader	10 000	24 500 – 25 500	7 100	18 000 – 19 000

http://www.dublin.msz.gov.pl/pl/

http://www.expatarrivals.com/ireland/moving-to-ireland

https://www.internations.org/ireland-expats/guide

http://www.expatfocus.com/expatriate-ireland

https://www.moveoneinc.com/about/contact-us/

http://www.welfare.ie/en/Pages/PPSN.aspx

http://www.revenue.ie/en/index.html

http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/moving_country/moving_to_ireland/rights_of_residence_in_ireland/residence_rights_eu_national.html

https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/poland/

http://www.migrantproject.ie/

http://www.gazeta.ie/

http://www.daft.ie/

http://www.myhome.ie/