Retiring in Ireland is a dream for many of the 31 million Americans that claim Irish ancestry.
Ireland recognizes her far-flung sons and daughters with one of the world’s best ancestral citizenship programs. If you have a parent or grandparent that was born in Ireland then you can lay claim to Irish citizenship and the country’s well-respected passport.
If your family tree doesn’t have roots in the Emerald Isle you still have options…
Ireland’s Stamp 0 (independent means) permission is pretty straightforward but has high financial demands, chief among which is the need to show an annual income of €50,000 (around $58,000) per applicant.
For many, part-time retirement in Ireland is the dream. Americans can stay visa-free for 90 days which is a good starting point to test-drive expat life.
Whether you’re looking to stay for three months or for good, you’ll want a home base. Here’s a look at three properties currently available for rent around the country…
Just over a mile from the village of Delgany in County Wicklow a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in a popular development is for rent. Close to all local amenities including shops, schools, golf courses, parks, and bus routes, the home is also just 10 minutes from a nearby beach and under an hour’s drive from Dublin airport.
The property features two large double bedrooms, an open-plan living area, fitted kitchen, and balcony offering mountain views. It’s available to rent for €1,567 ($1,820) a month.
In the village of Cortober in County Roscommon this three-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse apartment is available to rent for €1,350 ($1,567) a month.
Offering stunning views of the River Shannon, the property features fitted wardrobes, a balcony, and three bathrooms. The complex has an elevator and parking and is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, hotels, pubs, schools, and a train station. Cortober is about a two-hour drive from Dublin airport.
In the southeast of Ireland in County Kilkenny this newly refurbished one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage is available to rent.
Located around four miles from the thriving village of Thomastown—which offers pubs, supermarkets, cafés, a library, and is home to a vibrant arts scene— the property is laid out over one level and features a fully-fitted kitchen and private garden. It rents for €1,200 ($1,393) per month which includes oil-fired central heating and WiFi.
Sincerely,
Victoria Harmer
Editor, Overseas Opportunity Letter
