Moving to Ireland from Republic of the Congo

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Republic of the Congo to Ireland? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Republic of the Congo to Ireland, and you’d need to navigate life in English and Irish. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Republic of the Congo to Ireland.

Living there in 2020
2,886 ↑ 15% vs 2015

people born in Republic of the Congo live in Ireland · UN DESA

Who's moving to Ireland?

Top countries of origin for Ireland's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Ireland compared to Republic of the Congo.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CG
8.4
IE
2.8

Ireland performs significantly better than Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

CG
$209
IE
$8,772
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CG
1.7
IE
40.6

Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Ireland leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

CG
66.0
IE
13.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CG
1.3t
IE
6.0t

Republic of the Congo generally does better on environment, though Ireland leads in air pollution deaths.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

CG
0.0
IE
32.1
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CG
0.0%
IE
22.2%

Ireland generally does better on infrastructure, though Republic of the Congo leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

CG
20.1%
IE
4.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CG
$6,200
IE
$115,600

Ireland performs significantly better than Republic of the Congo across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CG
62.1 yrs
IE
81.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CG
47.9
IE
3.5

Ireland generally does better on family life, though Republic of the Congo leads in education spending.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Republic of the Congo and Ireland. To live, work, or study long-term in Ireland, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Ireland's immigration authority.

Republic of the Congo passport

Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Ireland

Visa Required
Republic of the Congo passport holders need a visa to enter Ireland.
Ireland passport

Ireland passport holder visiting Republic of the Congo

Visa Required
Ireland passport holders need a visa to enter Republic of the Congo.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Ireland?

Connectivity is usually fine (Ireland: 32.1 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Ireland offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Ireland safe for expats?

Ireland performs significantly better than Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Ireland compared to Republic of the Congo?

Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Ireland leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 40.6 doctors per 10,000 people in Ireland, compared to 1.7 in Republic of the Congo. Ireland scores 83 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Republic of the Congo: 41).

What language do they speak in Ireland?

The official languages in Ireland are English and Irish. In Republic of the Congo, the official languages are French, Kikongo and Lingala.

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At a Glance

CG IE
Population 5,546,307 5,275,004
Currency CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA) Euro (€)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala English, Irish
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +242 +353
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112