Your Expat Community in Ireland

Learn More about Being an Expat in Ireland

Ireland is a thriving and beautiful country, full of kind, interesting characters and breathtaking scenery. One of the most fascinating aspects of Irish culture for expats is the ease at which the population can switch between English and Irish (English tends to be most commonly spoken, however). This is something which can be seen on everything from road signs to train station stops. These traditional Irish values are not only held in the still-thriving language, but in everything from the music being performed at your local pub to the popularity of hurling. This vibrant country is one everyone should experience living in, or at the very least visit as often as possible. Most of the predominantly Roman Catholic population lives in urban areas, with particularly dense populations in Cork and Limerick. Dublin has the highest population rate in the country, boasting 1.16 million people in 2014. As was the case for much of Europe (particularly those utilizing the euro), Ireland suffered from the 2008 financial crisis. Despite this, however, the economy has picked up dramatically and has now left its period of austerity. This is partially due to an increase in the export sector and low corporation tax which has encouraged investment in the country. This recent upswing in the economy suggests that Ireland is well on the road to recovery and a strong choice of location to move to.

InterNations is the largest global network for expatriates, with communities in 420 cities around the world. Meet fellow global minds in your city of residence or get to know local expatriates before you're moving or traveling abroad and never feel like a stranger. InterNations makes it easy for you to stay in touch with your expat friends, both online and offline, so you can grow your network of friends and contacts from all over the world. Whether they live in China or Qatar, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

Get a Head-Start on Building Your Network in Ireland

As mentioned, InterNations is your best possible method of meeting other expats in Ireland and helping you to settle in to your new home. With InterNations you can attend exciting events and join interest-based groups. With these you can make new friends, find solutions to any problems, and have an awful lot of fun. You might be inclined to participate in the Dublin Live Music Group, or even the Cork Travel Group. Making just a few of these connections can be the best way for you to make Ireland your new home.