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An overseas employee relocation legal pack in Ireland brings together the legal steps for moving an overseas employee to work in Ireland. This comprehensive pack, of the kind a solicitor prepares, covers permit selection, the employment contract, a relocation tax overview and family route guidance. It is for employers relocating a key hire from outside the EEA who want the immigration, employment and family aspects handled together.
What’s included
- A comprehensive legal pack, of the kind a solicitor prepares, for relocating an overseas employee to Ireland
- Permit selection
- An employment contract
- A relocation tax overview
- Family route guidance
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- Employers relocating a senior or specialist hire from outside the EEA
- Businesses making their first international hire
- Employers relocating an employee with a spouse and children
- HR teams that want one coordinated set of documents
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- A solicitor would then prepare the relocation pack, covering permit selection, the contract, tax overview and family route guidance.
- The completed work is delivered to you by email, with plain-English notes on what to do next.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an employee relocation legal pack cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
Which employment permit does my new hire need?
That depends on the role, salary and the person’s qualifications. The pack includes permit selection so you can choose the right route before applying.
Can the employee’s family come to Ireland too?
Family members may be able to join the employee, depending on the permit type and the family relationship. The pack includes guidance on the family routes available.
For more on Irish immigration, visas and citizenship, see our Immigration & Citizenship in Ireland guide.
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