Moving to Slovakia from Ireland
What to Expect
Everything you need to know before relocating from Ireland to Slovakia — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.
If you moved from Ireland to Slovakia, you would find that Slovakia is 31.0% cheaper than Ireland overall. A €64,304 salary in Ireland would need to be roughly €39,811 in Slovakia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Slovak. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
What to expect for your wallet after moving from Ireland to Slovakia.
What does your salary buy?
€64,304 → €39,811
To maintain the same standard of living in Slovakia
Calculate with your salary →Where you'll feel the difference day-to-day
Restaurants
pay 29.6% less
Groceries
pay 16.3% less
Transportation
pay 40.9% less
Housing
pay 44.8% less
Childcare
pay 22.6% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 46.6% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
How many people actually move from Ireland to Slovakia, based on official data.
Who's moving to Slovakia?
Top countries of origin for Slovakia's foreign-born residents.
- 89,560
- 16,291
- 11,582
- 9,763
- 9,187
- 7,367
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16.1,494
Ireland
Key Indicator Comparison
Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Ireland to Slovakia.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
of residents who feel safe walking alone at night
per 100,000 people per year
Ireland generally does better on safety, though Slovakia leads in homicide rate.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Ireland generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Slovakia leads in healthcare spending per person.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Ireland generally does better on environment, though Slovakia leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
Slovakia generally does better on infrastructure, though Ireland leads in electricity per capita.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Ireland generally does better on employment & economy, though Slovakia leads in top income tax rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
Ireland generally does better on family life, though Slovakia leads in education spending.
Data: The Office of the Revenue Commissioners, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Dublin | Bratislava |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 49°/37°F (10°/3°C) | 44°/30°F (7°/-1°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 59°/44°F (15°/7°C) | 71°/51°F (22°/10°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 66°/52°F (19°/11°C) | 78°/58°F (26°/15°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 51°/41°F (11°/5°C) | 49°/37°F (9°/3°C) |
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| Month | Dublin | Bratislava |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47°/36°F (8.1°/2.4°C) | 38°/27°F (3.1°/-2.8°C) |
| Feb | 47°/36°F (8.3°/2.3°C) | 42°/29°F (5.8°/-1.7°C) |
| Mar | 54°/38°F (12.1°/3.4°C) | 52°/35°F (11.1°/1.7°C) |
| Apr | 54°/40°F (12.1°/4.6°C) | 63°/43°F (17.3°/6.0°C) |
| May | 59°/44°F (14.8°/6.9°C) | 71°/51°F (21.8°/10.6°C) |
| Jun | 64°/49°F (17.6°/9.6°C) | 78°/58°F (25.6°/14.4°C) |
| Jul | 67°/53°F (19.5°/11.7°C) | 82°/61°F (27.8°/16.2°C) |
| Aug | 67°/53°F (19.2°/11.5°C) | 82°/61°F (27.6°/15.9°C) |
| Sep | 63°/50°F (17.0°/9.8°C) | 71°/53°F (21.9°/11.5°C) |
| Oct | 56°/45°F (13.6°/7.3°C) | 60°/44°F (15.6°/6.6°C) |
| Nov | 51°/40°F (10.3°/4.5°C) | 48°/37°F (9.0°/2.7°C) |
| Dec | 47°/37°F (8.3°/2.8°C) | 39°/29°F (3.7°/-1.5°C) |
Data:
Met Éireann, The Irish Meteorological Service,
Slovak Hydrometeorological Institute
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Ireland and Slovakia. To live, work, or study long-term in Slovakia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Slovakia's immigration authority.
Ireland passport holder visiting Slovakia
Visa Free
Slovakia passport holder visiting Ireland
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Slovakia than Ireland?
Yes — Slovakia is on average about 38% cheaper than Ireland. City-level variation can be significant.
How much money do I need to move to Slovakia?
Plan for at least 3 months of living expenses — roughly €9,953 in Slovakia on a €64,304 comparable salary — plus one-off moving costs (flights, shipping, deposits, visa fees).
Can I work remotely from Slovakia?
Internet is rarely the blocker — Slovakia has 33.0 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.
Is Slovakia safe for expats?
Ireland generally does better on safety, though Slovakia leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Slovakia is 0.7 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.9 in Ireland. About 74% of people in Slovakia feel safe walking alone at night.
How is healthcare in Slovakia compared to Ireland?
Ireland generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Slovakia leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 36.8 doctors per 10,000 people in Slovakia, compared to 40.6 in Ireland. Slovakia scores 82 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Ireland: 83).
What's the weather like in Slovakia compared to Ireland?
The average high temperature in Bratislava is 61°F, compared to 56°F in Dublin. Bratislava receives around 22.6 in of rainfall per year, while Dublin gets 29.8 in.
What language do they speak in Slovakia?
The official language in Slovakia is Slovak. In Ireland, the official languages are English and Irish.
