Getting Started

If you are successful in finding employment in Ireland and have decided to commit to relocating, then
the following topics are important to cover first:
Accommodation
PPS Number
Bank Account
Certification of Tax
Salary / Taxation Guide
Locations
Cost of Living



Rental Prices:
When deciding on where to rent accommodation in Ireland, the most popular property websites for
renting are:
www.daft.ie
www.myhome.ie
www.property.ie
www.rent.ie
Relocating to Dublin A Simple Guide

We help lots of people relocate every year. With
this simple guide, we can take you through all of
the important information you need to know as
well as useful tips on navigating the city.

1. Accommodation

Example:
Renting prices in Dublin can vary depending on where you live or how close you are to public Transport.





Check out the websites above to get a better idea of renting prices and what is available.
In relation to renting, once you have found a suitable place, you will need to put down a deposit
(equivalent to one months rent, along with the one month rent). You will get the deposit amount back
if you decide to move to a new location.

The following is a general guide of rental prices in Ireland, as per Daft.ie 2012 (Quarter 4) rental report
for Quarter 4 figures (most recent figures).

















Average price to rent a two bedroom apartment can range from 900 up to 1300 per month
depending on location /size etc.
For a one bedroom apartment it usually ranges from 800 to 1000 per month

Securing Accommodation:
Once you have identified suitable accommodation, the next step is to have the required documents and
finances in order to secure your preferred apartment / house.
References:
Some Landlords / letting agents may require you to provide a written reference from a previous landlord
or home owner that you have rented from in the past. This is not always possible, especially if you are
moving to Ireland for the first time.
In order to overcome this, it is a good idea to get a written reference from your new employer and also
proof that you have secured a permanent job in Ireland (i.e. letter of employment / offer letter as proof)
Deposit:
All landlords / letting agents in Ireland require an upfront deposit in order for you to secure the
accommodation that you are interested in.
The normal and most common letting contract duration is for a period of 12 months (however you
might be able to find shorter durations for 6 or 9 months).
It is standard practice in Ireland to charge a deposit fee that is equivalent to one months rent, paid at
the beginning of letting contract. For example, if your rent is 900 per month for a one bedroom
apartment, then the upfront deposit will be 900. This security deposit is a way for you to hold the
accommodation without the landlord giving the option to another tenant to rent it.
Deposits are refunded to a tenant at the end of their letting contract, unless there has been
damage to the landlords property. If there is damage, then the landlord has the right to deduct
the equivalent financial value of the damage from your deposit.

Other documents:
It is good to have other documents available or at the ready in case you need them, such as Proof of ID
(Passport / Driver licence), PPS number, and Bank accounts details (in case you required to set up a
standing order for your monthly rent payments).





**Important** - Please ensure that you have an official contract / agreement in place before
transferring any funds to any potential landlord.

*Note: Your new employer may assist initially in providing short term accommodation during your
transition to Ireland, however please check with their HR department first.



In order to work in Ireland, you are required to obtain a PPS number. The PPS number is a unique
identifier that Governmental agencies use to allow people to obtain access to social welfare benefits
and Public services.
It is used by your employer and Revenue Commissioner for taxation purposes
Registration Process for your PPS number:
When entering the Country, it is important that you register for your PPS number as soon as you can.
Use should visit the Social welfare office and bring the following documentation:
Photo ID (Passport is preferred or valid Driving Licence)
Proof of address in Ireland (Utility bill with your name on it) if your name is not on the
household bills, then you will need to get a signed written reference from the main Bill holder at
the address you are renting. The Utility bill must be as recent as the last two months. For more
information on this point it is advisable that you speak with your recruitment agent on the
best step / solution for this as they will be able to advise you fully.
Complete the application forms on-site in the Social welfare office
Once you provide all the necessary documentation, the social welfare office will post a letter out to your
address with your PPS number. The normal processing time is 3-5 working days.
Local Social Welfare office in Dublin
5
th
Floor,
Kings Inn House,
Parnell Street,
Dublin 1

https://maps.google.ie/maps?q=kings+inn+house+parnell+street&ie=UTF-
8&hq=&hnear=0x48670e8181ba1977:0x334d494429f8b57,Kings+Inn+House,+Parnell+St,+Dublin+1,+Co
.+Dublin&gl=ie&ei=uIkPUcz1OMy0hAfmmICQAw&ved=0CJYBELYD
Here is a link for if you want to analyse in more detail:
http://www.welfare.ie/en/Pages/Personal-Public-Service-Number-PPS-Number-Frequently-Asked.aspx


2. Personal Public Service (PPS) Number



When arriving in Ireland, setting up an Irish bank account should be a priority for you. Most employers
transfer salary directly into an employees bank account through an on-line transaction, which is done at
the end of each month.
Therefore it is important for you to set up a Bank account and as soon as you can and give your Bank
details to your employers HR / Finance department so they can set you up on their payroll and have the
correct details to transfer your salary each month.
Common types of Bank account:
Current account this account allow you to make day-to-day transactions and have quick access
to your money. This is the most common account and people use it to pays bills, withdraw cash,
get their salary directly into it and so on.
Deposit Account this account is used mostly for building up your savings over time and may
allow you to earn interest on your savings over time (depending on the interest rates offered by
various banks).
Most people open a deposit account to plan or put money away for the future.
Banking Providers & Types of accounts available:
Bank of Ireland (BOI) both Current & Deposit accounts www.boi.ie
Allied Irish Bank (AIB) both Current & Deposit accounts www.aib.ie
Permanent TSB both Current & Deposit accounts www.permanenttsb.ie
Ulster Bank both Current & Deposit accounts - www.ulsterbank.ie
Danske Bank both Current & Deposit accounts www.danskebank.ie
Rabodirect On-line Saving / Deposit account only (on-line Bank) www.rabodirect.ie
KBC Bank Saving / Deposit account only www.kbc.ie






Check out these websites to help in your research and choose a suitable provider for you:
http://www.bonkers.ie/compare-current-accounts/
http://www.nca.ie/nca/current-accounts

**Note** before opening any bank account, it is important to compare all banking providers in Ireland to
see who offers the best interest rates on your savings and if / what type of charges might be linked to your
current account if any.

3. Banking

How to open a Bank Account:
After finding the correct bank that suits your needs, you will need to visit the local bank branch with the
following documentation:
1) Proof of Identity:
o A valid passport
o A current Irish driving licence
2) Proof of address:
You can provide evidence of your address with any of these documents:
o A current Utility bill such as gas, electricity, mobile phone bill)
o A current car or home insurance policy with your address on it
o A document issued by the government that shows your address (PPS letter)
o A list of Tax credits
o A letter from your employer or licensed employment agency stating that you have
recently arrived in Ireland and have started work but cannot yet provide evidence of
your Irish address (you will have to provide evidence of your address at a later date)






What are Tax Credits?
Tax credits reduce the amount of income tax that an employee has to pay each year. Tax credits
hold the same value for all employees, as the credits are deducted from the gross tax figure you
pay each year and not your overall income.
Your employer will deduct tax at source from your gross salary each month, so you will take
home a net salary amount.
When starting a new job in Ireland, it is important that your employer deducts the correct amount of tax
from your salary. In order for this to happen, you need to ensure that you:
1) Give your PPS number, as your employer will contact the local Tax office and inform them that you
have started work for them and that they are now your employer in Ireland
2) Apply for a Certification of Tax Credits. You will need to complete an application form which is called
Form 12A Application for a Tax Credit Certificate (pdf) click link to review and download form.
4. Certification of Tax Credits:

*Note* - once you have successful presented the appropriate documentation and completed the application forms
on-site at your local bank, it normally takes 3-5 working days to receive your new bank card that is linked to your
current account.

This is important as it ensures that your employer and the tax office have everything confirmed before
your first salary payment. It is important to do this in the first week of arriving in Ireland so there is no
delay and all parties have the correct tax information before your first pay day.
Once you have complete the form 12A and supplied to the Tax office, they will then forward a detailed
statement of your tax credits to you and also notify your employer of your tax credits



When moving to any new country, the most frequent & important question we get asked by people is:
What will my Net salary be per month / year after tax?
We understand that moving to any new country is a big commitment for any person / family to make
and when it comes to understanding the tax system in any country it can often be complicated and
sometimes frustrating.
Taxation:
For the purposes of research and if you want to understand the Tax system in Ireland in more detail,
then you should check out the following two links:
http://www.revenue.ie/en/personal/faqs/how-do-i-work-out-my-tax.html
http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/money_and_tax/tax/income_tax/how_your_tax_is_calculated.ht
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However, we have put together a simple table that displays the Net salary amounts after tax has been
already deducted to make your research slightly easier and less time consuming.
Basic Salary Guide 2013
Single Married
Gross Salary () Net Salary () Net per month () Net Salary () Net per month ()
30,000 24,681 2,057 26,331 2,194
35,000 27,669 2,306 29,781 2,482
40,000 30,069 2,506 33,231 2,769
45,000 32,469 2,706 36,009 3,001
5. Salary / Taxation Guide

50,000 34,869 2,906 38,409 3,201
55,000 37,269 3,106 40,809 3,401
60,000 39,669 3,306 43,209 3,601
65,000 42,069 3,506 45,609 3,801
70,000 44,469 3,706 48,009 4,001
75,000 46,869 3,906 50,409 4,201
80,000 49,269 4,106 52,809 4,401
85,000 51,669 4,306 55,209 4,601
90,000 54,069 4,506 57,609 4,801
95,000 56,469 4,706 60,009 5,001
100,000 58,869 4,906 62,409 5,201










**Notes**
This guide only takes basic salary figures into account. Most employers will offer some additional
benefits on top of your basic salary such as Health cover, Pension contributions, Bonuses and so
on. Your assigned recruitment agent will inform you of these additional benefits when exploring
an opportunity.
The different between Gross salary and Net salary is the combined Tax amount that is paid on
your behalf by your employer to the Revenue commissioner (government). This tax figure is made
up of Income tax, PRSI payments and the Universal Social charge.
The Net salary figures under the section Married is based on an employee who is married,
however their partner is not working and there is only one income coming into the household.
The table above is just a simple guide with the purpose of giving a quick overview of what
someone can expect to earn if they are on a certain salary in Ireland. It is difficult to cover every
possible scenario so further investigation is recommended if you want to understand the Tax
system in more detail


Dublin is very easily accessible by public transport. There are 3 main types of transport for the Dublin
area. These are:





Luas
The Luas is one of the most efficient modes of transport. Trams run every 5 minutes at peak times
including mornings and evenings.



30 Day Ticket Price Adult Child Student
Red Line Green Line Red Line Green Line Red Line Green Line
1 zone 52.50 52.50 27.20 27.20 39.00 39.00
2 zones 59.00 65.00 27.20 27.20 45.00 45.00
3 zones 75.00 78.00 27.20 27.20 52.00 52.00
4 zones 81.00 86.00 33.80 33.80 58.00 58.00
5 zones 87.50 90.00 33.80 33.80 63.00 63.00
Check http://www.luas.ie/ticket-types-and-fares/ for more info on fares.
6. Transport

Luas - http://www.luas.ie/
DART - http://www.iarnrodeireann.ie/dart
Bus - http://www.dublinbus.ie/


Dart
The DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) is the rail line running along the coast of Dublin, North and South.





























Different DART fare options are available here - http://www.irishrail.ie/index.jsp?p=118&n=198


Bus
Fare options - http://www.dublinbus.ie/

Leap Card
A Leap Card is a reusable plastic smart card that can be used instead of paper tickets to pay-as-you-go
for transport in Dublin. This card can be topped up and is used on a tag on tag off basis.

https://www.leapcard.ie/en/Home.aspx




Below is a breakdown of the average cost of everyday items and utilities.




Restaurants Dublin
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant 13.50
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course 60.00
Combo Meal at McDonalds or Similar 7.00
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) 4.74
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) 4.50
Cappuccino (regular) 2.80
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) 1.60
Water (0.33 liter bottle) 1.35
Markets
Milk (regular), 1 liter 1.00
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) 1.50
Rice (1kg) 1.50
Eggs (12) 2.17
Local Cheese (1kg) 10.00
Chicken Breasts (Boneless, Skinless), (1kg) 10.00
Apples (1kg) 2.00
Oranges (1kg) 2.00
Tomato (1kg) 2.69
Potato (1kg) 1.50
Lettuce (1 head) 1.00
Water (1.5 liter bottle) 1.18
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) 10.00
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) 2.40
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) 2.00
Utilities (Monthly)
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Water, Garbage) for 85m2
Apartment 125.00
1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) 0.20
Internet (6 Mbps, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) 34.00
Sports And Leisure
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 50.00
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) 16.00
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat 10.00
7. Cost of Living