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Care Worker Relocation Guide: Moving to Ireland
High demand · €36,651-€45,939 · Visa: General Employment Permit
This guide is for a Care Worker planning to move to Ireland. Whether you just received a job offer, are still exploring, or are mid-application — you will find everything you need here.
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If you support people for a living, you already bring skills that employers in Ireland urgently need. This guide is written with respect for care and nursing work: it focuses on realistic visa routes, language expectations, and recognition — without sugar-coating how demanding relocation can be.
Quick stats
💰 Salary
€36,651-€45,939
📋 Visa
General Employment Permit
🎓 Recognition
No Irish professional registration body applies to this occupation. Your employm...
📈 Demand
High
Quick answers
Can a Care Worker work in Ireland as a non-EU professional?
Yes, through the General Employment Permit route. Care Workers currently see High demand in Ireland.
What salary can a Care Worker expect in Ireland?
€36,651-€45,939 gross per year.
How long does it take to move to Ireland as a Care Worker?
Visa processing on the General Employment Permit route: about 5+ weeks (current DETE queue). The visa guide explains what this time covers.
🔍 What nobody tells you
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What Do Care Workers Earn in Ireland?
€36,651-€45,939
Which Visa Do Care Workers Use to Move to Ireland?
General Employment Permit
General Employment Permit is the main route for Care Workers relocating to Ireland.
Is Your Care Worker Qualification Recognised in Ireland?
No Irish professional registration body applies to this occupation. Your employment permit application must show the qualifications, skills, and experience required for the job.
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