Moving to Ireland from Tanzania

moving to

What to Expect

A comprehensive look at what changes when you move from Tanzania to Ireland — from daily expenses to quality of life.

If you moved from Tanzania to Ireland. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Dublin averages 56°F vs 84°F in Dodoma, making it significantly cooler.

Planning this move? Get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from vetted international movers. Get free quotes ↓

Get free moving quotes to Ireland

We've teamed up with a vetted network of international movers to help MyLifeElsewhere readers plan their move with confidence. Tell us about your move and get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes in under 2 minutes.

  • ✅ Up to 5 quotes from screened movers
  • ✅ Licensed and insured providers only
  • ✅ 100% free — you choose who contacts you

Who Else Is Making This Move?

Real numbers on people moving from Tanzania to Ireland, and how the trend has changed.

Living there in 2020
142 ↑ 14% vs 2015

people born in Tanzania 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

How Tanzania and Ireland stack up on safety, healthcare, jobs, and infrastructure.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

TZ
3.7
IE
0.9
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

TZ
15.8
IE
2.8

Ireland performs significantly better than Tanzania across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

TZ
$119
IE
$8,772
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

TZ
1.3
IE
40.6

Tanzania 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

TZ
36.0
IE
13.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

TZ
0.3t
IE
6.0t

Tanzania 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

TZ
2.2
IE
32.1
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

TZ
13.0%
IE
22.2%

Ireland generally does better on infrastructure, though Tanzania leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

TZ
2.6%
IE
4.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

TZ
$3,600
IE
$115,600

Tanzania generally does better on employment & economy, though Ireland leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

TZ
70.2 yrs
IE
81.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

TZ
36.4
IE
3.5

Ireland generally does better on family life, though Tanzania leads in education spending.

Data: Tanzania Revenue Authority, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Dodoma Rain: 23.9 in/yr (607 mm)
84° / 62°F

Avg. annual high / low

Dublin Rain: 29.8 in/yr (758 mm)
56° / 44°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Dodoma Dublin
Jan–Mar 85°/65°F (29°/18°C) 49°/37°F (10°/3°C)
Apr–Jun 82°/61°F (28°/16°C) 59°/44°F (15°/7°C)
Jul–Sep 82°/58°F (28°/14°C) 66°/52°F (19°/11°C)
Oct–Dec 87°/64°F (30°/18°C) 51°/41°F (11°/5°C)
View all months
Month Dodoma Dublin
Jan 85°/65°F (29.4°/18.6°C) 47°/36°F (8.1°/2.4°C)
Feb 85°/65°F (29.4°/18.6°C) 47°/36°F (8.3°/2.3°C)
Mar 84°/65°F (29.0°/18.3°C) 54°/38°F (12.1°/3.4°C)
Apr 84°/64°F (28.7°/17.9°C) 54°/40°F (12.1°/4.6°C)
May 82°/62°F (28.0°/16.5°C) 59°/44°F (14.8°/6.9°C)
Jun 81°/58°F (27.1°/14.4°C) 64°/49°F (17.6°/9.6°C)
Jul 80°/56°F (26.5°/13.6°C) 67°/53°F (19.5°/11.7°C)
Aug 81°/58°F (27.3°/14.2°C) 67°/53°F (19.2°/11.5°C)
Sep 84°/60°F (29.0°/15.3°C) 63°/50°F (17.0°/9.8°C)
Oct 87°/62°F (30.5°/16.9°C) 56°/45°F (13.6°/7.3°C)
Nov 86°/65°F (30.1°/18.3°C) 51°/40°F (10.3°/4.5°C)
Dec 87°/66°F (30.4°/18.8°C) 47°/37°F (8.3°/2.8°C)

Data: Tanzania Meteorological Agency Tanzania Meteorological Agency, Met Éireann, The Irish Meteorological Service Met Éireann, The Irish Meteorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Tanzania 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.

Tanzania passport

Tanzania passport holder visiting Ireland

Visa Required
Tanzania passport holders need a visa to enter Ireland.
Ireland passport

Ireland passport holder visiting Tanzania

Visa on Arrival
Ireland passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Tanzania.

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?

With 32.1 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people, Ireland can support video calls in major cities. The hard part is paperwork — visa category, employer policy on overseas staff, and tax residency in Tanzania and Ireland.

Is Ireland safe for expats?

Ireland performs significantly better than Tanzania across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Ireland is 0.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.7 in Tanzania.

How is healthcare in Ireland compared to Tanzania?

Tanzania 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 1.3 in Tanzania. Ireland scores 83 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Tanzania: 43).

What's the weather like in Ireland compared to Tanzania?

The average high temperature in Dublin is 56°F, compared to 84°F in Dodoma. Dublin receives around 29.8 in of rainfall per year, while Dodoma gets 23.9 in.

What language do they speak in Ireland?

The official languages in Ireland are English and Irish. In Tanzania, the official languages are English and Swahili.

Share this

At a Glance

TZ IE
Population 63,852,892 5,275,004
Currency Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) Euro (€)
Languages English, Swahili English, Irish
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +255 +353
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 112