I want to move to Ireland. What are some things that I need to do to prepare for moving over there?

Question

For example is there anything really important that I need to do such as paper work or can I just move there. I am not sure. As well I live in the US.

Answer 1

I have to agree with john, he spells it out plain and simple..

but you should know, that even though you are an elementary teacher in the states, it counts for nothing here,

my friend lived in michigan for 6 years, and did his masters degree there in english and history there, and he can't even teach a class of infants because american qualifications don't mean anything here...he is currently doing his masters all over again in Dublin, just so he can get his qualifications recognised,, so don't be under any illusions that you can just walk into a job teaching, esopecially when you can't speak Irish

Answer 2

Firstly STOP! What is your profession? Where are you thinking of moving to? Real Estate prices are at record highs here so it would be wise to take advantage of pretty cheap rents. The dollar is also very weak against the euro if your bringing over your savings (however this will probably keep getting worse in the next few years)

Petrol is literally twice as dear as the US.

Car prices are close to twice as dear as the US.

Its very hard to find an automatic transmission car.

Public transport is dire!

Its the "summer here" and its rained every day for the last month!

On a positive note, crime is low, pay is high, no earthquakes, volcanoes, tornadoes, hurricanes, droughts or much corruption on a large scale.

If you plan on working you may need a visa however if your a professional these will be easy enough to obtain.

Unemployment is some of the lowest in Europe currently. Medical care is also much cheaper than the US.

Sorry for my rant at the start i just don't want you to be under any illusions.

Add more if ou have any other questions,

John, Limerick, Ireland

Ok now that i know your a teacher thats a different story.

My Future Sister in law is moving to Limerick and needs a teaching job. She found it difficult enough to get one and that was part time only even though she has great experience. Irish is taught to all students from 1st class onwards. Around 7 years of age. It will be very basic Irish but this is not an option for children in this country. You can apply for jobs at schools that are not religious or require Irish (for emigrants etc) however this will several limit your job hunt. Try this website for more info

http://www.into.ie/

Good luck! The pay is very good by the way and the holidays are great as well as the pension and job security! Do your research!

Answer 3

THE weather -they say u don't go to the UK  for the weather