Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Essentials

🏙️ City Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and friendly people.
👥 Population Approx. 1.4 million in the metropolitan area.
💻 Internet Speed Average internet speed is around 150 Mbps.
💸 Currency & Banking 1 EUR ≈ 1.06 USD; credit/debit cards accepted widely.
🚰 Tap Water Drinkable and of high quality.
🔌 Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G sockets.
📶 SIM Card Providers include Vodafone, Three, and Eir.
💳 Banking for Expats Popular options include Revolut, N26, and AIB.
🛌 Accommodation Options include Airbnb, Nestpick, and local rentals.
💳 Cashless Friendly Yes, cards accepted widely.
🏠 Short Term Rentals Airbnb and local real estate agencies.
🛏️ Budget Accommodation Hostels like Generator Dublin and The Abbey Court.

Working and Networking

🏢 Best Coworking Space WeWork, located on Camden Street.
☕ Best Cafe for Work The Fumbally, known for its relaxed atmosphere.
💼 Networking Events Meetup.com and Eventbrite for local tech and expat events.
🥂 Social Events for Expats Expats in Dublin Facebook Group for community gatherings.

Transportation

🚕 Best Taxi/Ride App Bolt and FreeNow options available.
🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental Dublin Bike scheme available, as well as Lime scooters.
🏖️ Best Beach Nearby Bray Beach, about 12 km south of the city center.
✈️ Top Regional Airline Aer Lingus for regional connections.
✈️ Top International Airline Ryanair and Aer Lingus are key carriers.
🛣️ Highway Access Major roads include M1 and M50 highways.
🚉 Main Train/Transit Hub Connolly Station and Heuston Station serve major routes.
🚍 Public Transport Passes Leap Card for reduced fares on public transport.
✈️ Regional Travel DART trains for coastal cities and bus services available.

Health and Wellness

🏥 Best Hospital St. James's Hospital for comprehensive healthcare.
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers Yoga Dublin, offering various classes.
🏋️ Gyms & Fitness Centers Fitness First and Flyefit are popular chains.
🧺 Laundry Services Laundromat on Camden Street provides self-service.

Food and Drink

📱 Best Food Delivery App Deliveroo and Just Eat are widely used.
🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try Irish stew and seafood chowder are local favorites.
🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options Cornucopia and The Happy Pear offer great plant-based choices.
🍫 Best Dessert Spots Queen of Tarts and the Bakehouse renowned for pastries.
🛒 Affordable Shopping Spots George's Street Arcade for local eats and goods.
🛒 E-commerce/Online Store Local shops also sell online via Shopify.
🛒 Grocery Delivery SuperValu and Tesco offer grocery delivery.
🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area Temple Bar is the hub for nightlife.
🍻 Local Brewery The Porterhouse Brewing Company for craft beers.
🍷 Wine Bars The Corkscrew Wine Merchants offers a great selection.
🍲 Street Food Stalls Dublin food trucks and stalls at meeting places like Coleman’s Lane.
🍕 Popular International Cuisine Various options available including Italian, Mexican, and more.

Culture and Attractions

🎟️ Must-See Landmarks Trinity College, The Book of Kells, and Dublin Castle.
🏛️ Museums & Art Venues National Museum of Ireland and The Irish Museum of Modern Art.
🏰 Historical Sites Kilmainham Gaol and the GPO on O'Connell Street.
🕍 Religious Sites St. Patrick's Cathedral and Christ Church Cathedral.
🎉 Annual Events Dublin Festival and Bloomsday celebrations.
🎨 Cultural Districts Smithfield and Temple Bar for cultural experiences.
🎭 Theater Venues Abbey Theatre and The Gate Theatre for performances.
🛍️ Local Markets George's Street Arcade and Dublin Flea Market.
🎼 Music Scene Whelan's for live music and events.
🎨 Street Art Great street art throughout Temple Bar and Dublin 8.
🧑‍🍳 Cooking Classes Dublin Cookery School offers workshops.
👩‍🎨 Art Galleries Hugh Lane Gallery and the Douglas Hyde Gallery.
🕰️ Historic Buildings Dublin City Hall and the Four Courts are key sites.
🏴 Local Heritage Dublin's Georgian architecture highlights its heritage.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

🌅 Nearby Nature Escapes Phoenix Park for outdoor activities and wildlife.
🏞️ National Parks Nearby Wicklow Mountains approximately 30 km away.
🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths River Liffey pathways for walking and cycling.
🌄 Scenic Viewpoints Howth Head for breathtaking seascapes.
🦉 Birdwatching Locations Bull Island for diverse bird species.
🔥 Bonfire-Friendly Spots Certain areas in the Dublin and Wicklow Mountains.

Other Services and Amenities

📦 Parcel Delivery Service An Post for national mail services.
🛠️ Tech Repair Services Techfix Dublin for device repairs.
🏓 Table Tennis Spots Dublin Table Tennis Club for enthusiasts.
🧑‍🏫 Language Classes Dublin Language School offers a variety of programs.
📚 Libraries & Study Spots Dublin City Library for study and resources.
🏘️ Community Centers The Red Stables for community events.
🕹️ Gaming Lounges Arcade events at places like Token.
🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls The Fitzwilliam Casino & Card Club for gaming.

Business

🏢 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €180,000)
🏢 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €3,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €128,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €252,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €180,000)
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €3,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €304,000)
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,600 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €208,000)
💼 Corporate Tax 12.5% standard corporate tax rate.
💵 Dividend Withholding Tax Total of 25% applied to dividend distributions.
🏦 Tax System Worldwide income basis for residents.
📈 Highest Income Tax Bracket 40% for higher earners.
🧾 VAT 23% standard Value Added Tax rate.
🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, strict rules apply.
🏠 Property Tax Annual property tax based on market value.
🏠 Property Transaction Tax 1% to 2% based on purchase price.