MOVING TO IRELAND

If you are moving to any country from the UK, it can be difficult to know what visas and permits you are required to have. For those moving to Ireland from the UK, you will be pleased to know that the move is relatively free of confusing documents. According to the Common Travel Agreement (CTA), UK and Irish citizens can move freely between the countries for work or living without the need for visas or residency permits. You must, however, have a valid UK or Ireland passport that is valid for at least another 6 months following your entry to the country.

There are many benefits of moving to a country so close to the UK. There is no significant language barrier, the climate is largely the same, and travel time is kept to a minimum. However there are some changes that you should prepare yourself for if you are moving to Ireland from the UK.

The cost of living in Ireland may come as a surprise for British citizens relocating to Ireland. Rent costs can be around 30% higher, public transport can cost far more, and even groceries come at a higher price. However, wages in Ireland are also generally higher than in the UK. Despite this, you should check whether you can afford these increased prices before making the move to Ireland.

Please noteThat many of these things will not apply to you if you are moving from another EU (European Union) State and/or you are a citizen of the EU (European Union) due to the free movement of goods throughout the EU.

Below is a list of the documents you will need when planning an international removal to Ireland:

• Copy of Passport (Of the individual moving/importing the goods)
• Removal packing list – we can complete this if you want us to undertake a full packing service for your removal)
• C&E1076 Transfer of Residence document
• Transfer of Residency (TOR) – PPS Declaration Document
• Original Bill of Lading (OBL) – Express Release Accepted or Alternatively (2 Original non-negotiable copies showing the ocean freight rate) / Air Waybill (AWB) – (We will take care of this if completing the entire international removal to Ireland for you)
• Documentary evidence of residence abroad for at least one year
• Documentary evidence of taking up permanent residence in Ireland
• Resident / Work Permit / Letter of Employment
• Lease / Rental Agreement (applicable only to diplomatic relocations / diplomats moving)
• Letter from the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs Protocol Section authorizing release of the consignment from the port (applicable only to diplomatic relocations / diplomats moving)
• Form 1076 (applicable only to diplomatic relocations / diplomats moving)

We recommend providing these as soon as possible to reduce delays with your removal to Ireland. Late receipt of documentation can lead to missed shipments, additional charges and penalties at Irish Customs. For your own protection, we will almost never ship your goods without the above in place.

• All goods should be in the ownership of the shipper for at least 6 months prior to import
• Required documents must be received by the agent prior to the arrival of the shipment to minimize any port charges
• Shipper does not need to be present for Customs clearance.
• Shipper should arrive in the country prior to the arrival of the shipment.
• Used household goods may be allowed entry on a duty and tax free basis once the TOR has been verified.
• Imports not deemed qualified as part of a TOR shipment will be subject to duty (variable) and value added tax (VAT) of approximately 23%.