Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- An Post (National), DPD, and DHL centers.
- Tech Repair Services
- Select (Apple Authorized) on South King St and Laptop Lab (Capel St).
- Table Tennis Spots
- The Bernard Shaw (Drumcondra) has social ping pong tables.
- Language Classes
- The Linguaviva Centre and International House Dublin.
- Libraries & Study Spots
- National Library of Ireland and LexIcon Library in Dún Laoghaire.
- Community Centers
- The Fumbally Exchange (Creative/Professional community hub).
- Gaming Lounges
- Token (Smithfield) - Arcade, bar, and food combo.
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- The Sporting Emporium (Anne's Lane) - Membership required.
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €9,500 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €332,500)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €6,500 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €227,500)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €8,800 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €440,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €5,800 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €290,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €7,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €624,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €5,200 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €416,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 12.5% for trading income (15% for massive multinationals under OECD Pillar 2).
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- Standard rate 25% (May be reduced under tax treaties).
- Tax System
- World-wide income basis for residents and domiciled individuals.
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 40% plus USC (Universal Social Charge) and PRSI (Social Insurance).
- VAT
- Standard rate 23%; Reduced rates of 13.5% (Hospitality) and 9%.
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, EU-influenced rules to prevent profit shifting.
- Property Tax
- Local Property Tax (LPT) based on market value bands.
- Property Transaction Tax
- Stamp duty: 1% on the first €1 million, 2% on the excess.
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- SARP (Special Assignee Relief Programme) for high earners transferred by employers.
Essentials
- City
- Dublin, County Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
- Population
- 1,273,000 (Greater Dublin Area)
- Internet Speed
- Average 100 Mbps-500 Mbps via Virgin Media or SIRO fiber networks
- Currency & Banking
- Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 1.08 USD. Major banks include AIB and Bank of Ireland.
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and safe, though hard water is common in the city center.
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (British three-pin) sockets
- SIM Card
- Three (3), Vodafone, and Eir. Prepaid plans typically €20/month for unlimited data.
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut is the market leader for expats; AIB is the best traditional choice for residency.
- Accommodation
- Daft.ie (Rentals), Rent.ie, and Airbnb for initial landings.
- Cashless Friendly
- Extremely high; contactless cards and Apple/Google Pay are accepted everywhere.
- Short Term Rentals
- Staycity Aparthotels (approx. €180/night) or Airbnb (approx. €2,500/month for studios).
- Budget Accommodation
- Jacob's Inn Hostel (Beresford Place) starting at €45 for pods; Generator Dublin (Smithfield).
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Temple Bar (Nightlife) or Portobello (Trendy/Canalside).
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Stoneybatter (Community vibe), Rathmines (Student/Expat mix), or Grand Canal Dock (Tech hub).
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Huckletree D2 (Pearse St) - Fly desk approx. €35/day; Iconic Offices (The Dogpatch Labs for startups).
- Best Cafe for Work
- Accents Coffee & Tea Lounge (Stephen St Lower) or Third Space (Smithfield) - Laptop friendly.
- Networking Events
- Dublin Tech Summit; Meetups at 'Silicon Docks' (Grand Canal Dock) via Meetup.com.
- Social Events for Expats
- InterNations Dublin, New Theatre Dublin socials, and 'Expats in Dublin' Facebook Group.
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- FreeNow (most popular) and Uber (licensed taxis only).
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- DublinBikes (€35/year or €5/3-day pass) and Tier/Dott for e-scooters.
- Best Beach Nearby
- Bull Island (Dollymount Strand) or Howth (Balscadden Bay), both 25 mins by DART.
- Top Regional Airline
- Aer Lingus Regional (Emerald Airlines).
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair (HQ in Dublin) and Aer Lingus.
- Highway Access
- M50 (orbital motorway) and M1 (to Belfast) / M7 (to Limerick/Cork).
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Connolly Station (North/East) and Heuston Station (South/West).
- Public Transport Passes
- Leap Card (TFI) - caps at €8.00 daily for all city travel (Bus, Luas, DART).
- Regional Travel
- Irish Rail (Iarnród Éireann) or Bus Éireann for national routes.
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- St. Vincent's University Hospital (Elm Park) or Mater Misericordiae University Hospital.
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- The Yoga Hub (Camden St) - €18 drop-in; Samadhi (Temple Bar).
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- FlyeFit (multiple locations, 24/7) - €32/month; Ben Dunne Gyms (Jervis St).
- Laundry Services
- The Laundry Press (Collection/Delivery) or Boland’s Laundrette (Lower Baggot St).
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Deliveroo and Just Eat are the market leaders.
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Irish Coddle (Traditional stew) at The Gravediggers (Glasnevin) or Fish & Chips at Leo Burdock.
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Cornucopia (Wicklow St) and Glas (Chatham St) for high-end dining.
- Best Dessert Spots
- Queen of Tarts (Cow's Lane) and Murphy's Ice Cream (Wicklow St).
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Moore Street Market (Fruit/Veg) and Lidl/Aldi for discount groceries.
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.co.uk (fast delivery), Littlewoods Ireland, and Currys.ie.
- Grocery Delivery
- Tesco Ireland and Dunnes Stores (Online delivery services).
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Camden Street / Wexford Street for locals; Temple Bar for tourists.
- Local Brewery
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate) and Whiplash Beer (Ballyfermot).
- Wine Bars
- Loose Canon (George's St Arcade) and Piglet Wine Bar (Temple Bar).
- Street Food Stalls
- Eatyard (Drumcondra) and Temple Bar Food Market (Saturdays).
- Popular International Cuisine
- Bunsen (Best burgers), 777 (Mexican), and Umi Falafel (Middle Eastern).
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Trinity College (Book of Kells), Dublin Castle, and Ha'penny Bridge.
- Museums & Art Venues
- National Gallery of Ireland (Free), IMMA (Modern Art), and EPIC Emigration Museum.
- Historical Sites
- Kilmainham Gaol (Essential to book weeks in advance) and Glasnevin Cemetery.
- Religious Sites
- St. Patrick's Cathedral and Christ Church Cathedral.
- Annual Events
- St. Patrick's Festival (March), Bram Stoker Festival (October).
- Cultural Districts
- The Liberties (Whiskey & History) and The Creative Quarter.
- Theater Venues
- Abbey Theatre and Gate Theatre; Bord Gáis Energy Theatre for musicals.
- Local Markets
- Liberty Market (Meath St) and George's Street Arcade (Victorian style).
- Music Scene
- Whelan's (Live indie music) and Vicar Street (Comedy/Music).
- Street Art
- Icon Walk (Temple Bar) and Richmond Street murals.
- Cooking Classes
- Dublin Cooking Academy (South William St) - approx. €110/session.
- Art Galleries
- The Hugh Lane (Parnell Square) and Kerlin Gallery.
- Historic Buildings
- The Custom House and General Post Office (GPO) on O'Connell Street.
- Local Heritage
- The Three Castles of Dublin (city crest) and Viking heritage at Dublinia.
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Phoenix Park (Deer watching), Howth Head Cliff Walk, and Glendalough (1 hr drive).
- National Parks Nearby
- Wicklow Mountains National Park (45 mins south of city center).
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- The Grand Canal Way and the Great South Wall walk (Poolbeg Lighthouse).
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Killiney Hill (views of the bay) and the Gravity Bar at Guinness Storehouse.
- Birdwatching Locations
- North Bull Island Biosphere (Waders and Brent Geese).
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- None officially; strictly regulated in public parks due to safety laws.