Move to Dublin
Ireland · Expat Guide for Tech Workers
Rent (1BR)
$2,200
Rent (2BR)
$2,800
Transport
$120/mo
Expat Community
5/5
🌟 Why Dublin?
- ✓ European HQ for Google, Meta, Apple, LinkedIn, Salesforce
- ✓ English-speaking EU country with direct US flight connections
- ✓ Friendly pub culture and welcoming community
- ✓ Critical Skills visa is fast and leads to residency
🏠 Best Neighborhoods
Grand Canal Dock
Silicon Docks, Google/Meta offices, modern
$2,500/mo
Rathmines
Young professionals, Victorian houses, village feel
$1,900/mo
Smithfield
Regenerated, Jameson Distillery, hip cafes
$2,000/mo
Dun Laoghaire
Seaside town, DART rail access, family-friendly
$1,800/mo
✈ Airport
DUB (Dublin Airport)
☔ Weather
Mild and rainy year-round (3-18C). Rarely very cold or very hot. Pack layers always.
🎓 Schools
Several options available
💻 Coworking
Many (WeWork, Dogpatch Labs, Iconic Offices)
✅ First Week Checklist
- Get a PPS Number at your local Social Welfare office
- Get a Leap Card for Dublin Bus, Luas tram, and DART rail
- Open a bank account with AIB or Bank of Ireland
- Register with a GP (finding one accepting patients can take time)
- Explore Temple Bar and the Docklands tech quarter
🏗 Top Industries
Tech
Pharma
Finance
Professional Services
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