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Please be advised that the Consulate General of Ireland, Shanghai website has moved and this page is no longer being updated. The Consulate website is now available at Ireland.ie/shanghai.

Moving to Ireland

A detailed guide on all the practicalities of moving to Ireland, including rights of residence, study, and work, is available from Citizens Information.

Education

Find out about accessing education in Ireland, including a description of the education system in Ireland and also information on Primary, Secondary and Third Level study.

The Department of Education and Skills is the department of the Irish state with responsibility for education and training.

Working in Ireland

The rights of EU nationals and non-EU nationals for working in Ireland are outlined on the citizens information website.

The Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation is the department of the Irish state which has responsibility for supporting the creation of jobs and economic development.

Healthcare in Ireland

Citizens Information provides an outline of available health care services in Ireland, including public and private health care and health insurance.

Useful Information

Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support and Safe Home also provide useful information for Irish people returning home.

COVID-19

The Health Service Executive provides full guidance on measures in place for those arriving and living in Ireland to reduce the spread of COVID-19.