Working in Ireland can be a very rewarding experience, particularly in the fast-growing, technology sector.

If you are considering a career move to Ireland then finding a suitable job is probably going to be one of your priorities. It is advisable to have employment and possibly some accommodation organised in advance of your journey but it is not a requirement.

If you are planning to move country, it makes sense to do some research into the career opportunities available here, the average rates of pay and taxation and to ensure there are no restrictions that would preclude you from working here.

Visas

Employers in Ireland will ask you to provide a current Stamp 4 Visa or an EU Passport to be eligible to work in Ireland. If you are from an EU member state or one of the countries of the EEA or Switzerland, you are entitled to come to work in Ireland. You do not need an employment permit. You are entitled to have your dependants come to live with you.

If you are from another country then generally you need an employment permit. A good starting point is the Citizens Information web site.

Wrapping up

If you are planning to come to Ireland you need to know the rules about travelling to Ireland and the rules about permission to land in Ireland. If you satisfy those rules, you could also consider registering with a recruitment agency in advance of your journey.