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Ireland
Northern Europe • Europe
Overview
Ireland ranks 2nd globally on the 2025 Global Peace Index. As an English-speaking EU country, it offers a unique combination of accessibility and European residence. Dublin is expensive but vibrant; Cork, Galway, and Limerick offer lower costs with strong quality of life.
Visa Options
Stamp 0 (Retired Person of Independent Means)
For retirees with independent income and private health insurance.
Min. $4,167/mo
~8 weeks processing
Path to citizenship
Highlights
- ✓2nd safest country globally (GPI 2025)
- ✓Native English-speaking EU member
- ✓Path to EU citizenship
- ✓Strong tech sector job market
- ✓Rich cultural heritage
Considerations
- !Dublin housing extremely expensive
- !Rain and grey weather common
- !Limited visa options without EU ancestry or employment
- !High taxes
Quick Stats
Affordability22/100
Healthcare Quality80/100
Safety92/100
English Spoken100/100
Data updated 1/26/2026