Known as the ‘Tech Capital of Europe’, Dublin’s economy is the fastest growing in Europe with significant strongholds in the tech, finance, and pharmaceutical industries. The Dublin Docklands alone contain a thriving finance and tech hub which houses over 500 companies including Google, Facebook, Twitter, and Accenture.
In addition to this economic prosperity, this charming coastal city has much more to offer with its enchanting landscape, friendly culture, and interesting historical past. With so much to explore, it’s easy to see why relocating to Dublin is a popular choice for many. Keep reading to discover 7 reasons to relocate to Dublin.
One of the World’s Friendliest Cities
Those moving to Dublin will be happy to hear that the city is consistently voted one of the friendliest in the world. Locals are known for their welcoming and approachable nature, and the city’s vibrant pub scene is the perfect place to start up a conversation.
There are always adventures to be had in this vibrant city, and locals are known for their love of light-hearted fun. This is exemplified through the city’s comedy scene – often housed in traditional pubs, they are the perfect place to socialise, sit back and have fun. Why not check out Comedy Crunch at The Stag’s Head or The International Comedy Club at the International Bar?
Location
Well situated on the coast, Dublin is home to an abundance of beautiful scenery. It’s also ideally located between the Americas and the rest of Europe, making it an ideal base for international business travellers. As the busiest international airport in the country, Dublin Airport provides transport to over 146 destinations and more than 100 European cities.
Dublin is also one of the few airports outside of North America to have a US Preclearance Facility – particularly handy for frequent flyers to the US. Passengers on direct flights to the US will go through clearance in Dublin Airport, so they land in North America as domestic arrivals and don’t have to go through customs. US expats in Dublin will find it easier than ever to travel home.
Natural Wonders
Described as ‘countryside life in an urban environment’, there is no shortage of green spaces or natural wonders in Dublin and the surrounding areas. From scenic hiking trails like Howth Cliff Walk, to beautiful sights like Torc Waterfall and Giant’s Causeway, there are plenty of sights to see after moving to Dublin. With a proven link between increased time in nature and positive wellbeing, it’s no wonder the city is praised for its happy residents.
Quality of Education
Dublin is internationally regarded for its high-quality education. It joined the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities in 2019, and it outranks the majority of the EU for having the most citizens with a university degree. This may be helped by the fact that university education is free for all Irish and EU residents – a bonus if you’re relocating to Dublin with children.
Approximately 120,000 students attend university in Dublin and the city’s four main universities are University College Dublin, Dublin City University, Technological University Dublin, and Trinity College Dublin. Alumni of Trinity College Dublin include Oscar Wilde, Bram Stoker and Samuel Beckett, so you’ll be in good company as a graduate.
Economic Opportunity
Dublin is renowned for its fast-growing economy and has established itself internationally as a prosperous commercial hub. 9 out of the top 10 global tech companies are located in Dublin, with leading corporations such as Google, Facebook, and Accenture housed in the city’s ‘Silicon Docks’.
The city has a number of initiatives to draw business to the region – corporate tax is the third lowest in the EU at 12.5% and 25% tax credits are available to companies for qualifying research and development expenditure. A popular location for international companies, working in Dublin has never been so appealing.
Safety
Ireland ranked as the 3rd safest country in the world in the 2022 Global Peace Index, ranking just below Iceland and New Zealand respectively, and 98% of tourists in 2019 felt safe during their stay. This is reflected in the country's capital – according to a European Commission survey, Dublin’s public transport is safer than the average European city and 75% of respondents felt safe walking through the city at night.
Entertainment
Aside from the abundance of natural beauty to explore in Dublin, the city’s vibrant culture and history means expats in Dublin will never run out of things to do. Dublin is a UNESCO City of Literature and has plenty of libraries and bookshops to explore; it also hosts the International Literature Festival Dublin and The Dublin Book Festival.
For fun days out for all ages, check out Dublin Castle, Dublin Zoo or take a tour of the National Gallery of Ireland. Looking to explore Dublin’s pub scene? Check out our blog on the top 8 pubs and bars in Dublin.
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