{"id":1105,"date":"2025-04-29T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-29T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/?p=1105"},"modified":"2025-04-28T08:51:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T07:51:48","slug":"how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get a Job Offer in Ireland: Step by Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ireland has many jobs for foreign workers in healthcare, technology, and construction. We will show you how to find jobs, apply correctly, and get visa sponsorship. If you want to know\u00a0how to get a job offer in Ireland, this guide explains everything simply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Ireland has become a top destination for foreign workers due to:<br>\u2714 English-speaking workplaces (no language barrier)<br>\u2714 Strong economy with 900+ multinational companies<br>\u2714 Clear visa pathways for skilled workers<br>\u2714 High quality of life and worker protections<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide is written in simple English to help non-native speakers understand the entire process \u2013 from job search to visa approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Understanding_Irelands_Job_Market\" title=\"Understanding Ireland&#8217;s Job Market\">Understanding Ireland&#8217;s Job Market<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Top_Industries_Hiring_Foreign_Workers\" title=\"Top Industries Hiring Foreign Workers\">Top Industries Hiring Foreign Workers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Best_Cities_for_Jobs\" title=\"Best Cities for Jobs\">Best Cities for Jobs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Check_Your_Eligibility\" title=\"Check Your Eligibility\">Check Your Eligibility<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Work_Visa_Options\" title=\"Work Visa Options\">Work Visa Options<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Prepare_Your_Application_Documents\" title=\"Prepare Your Application Documents\">Prepare Your Application Documents<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Irish-Style_CV_2_Pages_Maximum\" title=\"Irish-Style CV (2 Pages Maximum)\">Irish-Style CV (2 Pages Maximum)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Cover_Letter_Essentials\" title=\"Cover Letter Essentials\">Cover Letter Essentials<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Job_Search_Strategies\" title=\"Job Search Strategies\">Job Search Strategies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Where_to_Look\" title=\"Where to Look\">Where to Look<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Application_Process\" title=\"Application Process\">Application Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Interview_Preparation\" title=\"Interview Preparation\">Interview Preparation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Common_Questions\" title=\"Common Questions\">Common Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Virtual_Interview_Tips\" title=\"Virtual Interview Tips\">Virtual Interview Tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Understanding_Visas\" title=\"Understanding Visas\">Understanding Visas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#10_Living_in_Ireland\" title=\"10. Living in Ireland\">10. Living in Ireland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-offer-in-ireland-step-by-step-guide\/#Ready_to_start_your_Irish_job_search_visit_our_jobsboard_today_shortagejobscom_and_start_your_application\" title=\"Ready to start your Irish job search?\u00a0\u00a0visit our jobsboard today\u00a0shortagejobs.com\u00a0and start your application.\">Ready to start your Irish job search?\u00a0\u00a0visit our jobsboard today\u00a0shortagejobs.com\u00a0and start your application.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Irelands_Job_Market\"><\/span><strong> Understanding Ireland&#8217;s Job Market<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Industries_Hiring_Foreign_Workers\"><\/span><strong>Top Industries Hiring Foreign Workers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Healthcare<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Severe shortages of nurses, doctors, and care assistants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Typical salaries: \u20ac30,000-\u20ac60,000\/year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technology<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dublin&#8217;s &#8220;Silicon Docks&#8221; hosts Google, Facebook, LinkedIn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In-demand roles: software developers, data analysts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salaries: \u20ac40,000-\u20ac80,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Construction<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ireland needs 35,000 new homes annually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skilled tradespeople earn \u20ac25,000-\u20ac50,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hospitality<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chefs and hotel staff needed nationwide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many jobs offer accommodation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Cities_for_Jobs\"><\/span><strong>Best Cities for Jobs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dublin<\/strong>: Highest salaries but expensive housing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cork<\/strong>: Growing tech hub with lower costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Galway<\/strong>: Strong medical technology sector<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Your_Eligibility\"><\/span><strong> Check Your Eligibility<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Work_Visa_Options\"><\/span><strong>Work Visa Options<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Visa Type<\/th><th>Who Qualifies<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><th>Path to Residency<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Critical Skills<\/td><td>High-demand jobs<\/td><td>2 years<\/td><td>Yes (after 2 years)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Work Permit<\/td><td>Other skilled jobs<\/td><td>2 years<\/td><td>Possible after 5 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Intra-Company Transfer<\/td><td>Existing employees<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Essential Checks:<\/strong><br>\u2713 Is your job on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/enterprise.gov.ie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Critical Skills Occupation List<\/a>?<br>\u2713 Do you meet salary requirements (\u20ac32,000+ for most roles)?<br>\u2713 Can you prove 2+ years of relevant experience?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Language Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IELTS 6.0 or equivalent for non-English speakers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some healthcare roles require higher scores<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prepare_Your_Application_Documents\"><\/span><strong> Prepare Your Application Documents<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Irish-Style_CV_2_Pages_Maximum\"><\/span><strong>Irish-Style CV (2 Pages Maximum)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Personal Details<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full name, contact information, LinkedIn profile<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional photo (common in Ireland)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Professional Summary<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3-4 sentences highlighting key skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work History<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Company names, job titles, dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bullet points of achievements with numbers<br>Example: &#8220;Increased sales by 30% in 6 months&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Degrees, certifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include grade classification if strong<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skills<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Technical abilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Languages with proficiency level<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cover_Letter_Essentials\"><\/span><strong>Cover Letter Essentials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Address to hiring manager by name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First paragraph: Why you want this specific job<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Second paragraph: Your most relevant skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Third paragraph: Availability and visa status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional closing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Have your qualifications recognized by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qqi.ie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Job_Search_Strategies\"><\/span><strong> Job Search Strategies<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Look\"><\/span><strong>Where to Look<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Specialized Job Sites<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shortage Jobs<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/shortagejobs.com\"> ( shortagejobs.com<\/a> focuses on visa sponsorship)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inmo.ie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Irish Nurses &amp; Midwives Organisation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General Job Boards<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobs.ie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jobs.ie<\/a>\u00a0(Ireland&#8217;s largest board)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irishjobs.ie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IrishJobs.ie<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Company Websites<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check career pages of major employers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up job alerts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use keywords: &#8220;visa sponsorship&#8221;, &#8220;work permit&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filter by &#8220;International Candidates Welcome&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply within 3 days of job posting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_Process\"><\/span><strong>Application Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Typical Timeline:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Day 1: Submit application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Days 2-7: Initial screening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Week 2: First interview<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Week 3-4: Final interviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Week 5-6: Job offer<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Follow-Up Strategy:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Send thank-you email after interviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Politely follow up after 10 days if no response<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interview_Preparation\"><\/span><strong> Interview Preparation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Common Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&#8220;Why do you want to work in Ireland?&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;How will you adapt to Irish workplace culture?&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;Describe a challenging work situation you resolved&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Virtual_Interview_Tips\"><\/span><strong>Virtual Interview Tips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Test your technology beforehand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a quiet, well-lit space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dress professionally (at least from the waist up!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Visas\"><\/span><strong> Understanding Visas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Critical Skills Employment Permit:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For high-demand jobs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processing time: 4-6 weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Benefits: Spouse can work, path to residency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Work Permit:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For other skilled roles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employer must prove no Irish\/EU candidate available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application Steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Employer gets job approval<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You gather documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit online application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decision within 20 working days<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr 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General permit holders must wait 12 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: What&#8217;s the cost of living?<\/strong><br>A: Dublin is expensive (\u20ac1,500+\/month for rent), but regional cities are cheaper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Living_in_Ireland\"><\/span><strong>10. 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