29/08/2024
Working as a vet in Ireland
When we talk about Ireland (or Éire) in this article, we are specifically discussing the Republic of Ireland. The name "Ireland" also refers to the entire island, which is formed by Northern Ireland (with Belfast as its capital), a part of the United Kingdom and occupies about 1/6 of the island's area, and Ireland (with Dublin as its capital), which is an independent state belonging to the EU and comprises most of the island. About 5 million people live in Ireland, and it's well connected to Europe with its 5 international airports (Dublin, Cork, Shannon, Kerry, and Knock). Its population per square km is about 4 times less than that in the UK, with many rural areas, necessitating a significant number of large animal and equine vets, as well as small animal ones.
As a relatively small country, the absolute number of vets needed is logically lower compared to the United Kingdom, and it might take a bit more time to find a job there. However, there is still a need for vets, and the working conditions are generally very good, with high clinical standards. There are no visa restrictions for vets from the EU, but there is a need to pass a formal English exam (more information below).
Here, we present the steps to follow to ensure that you find the right job in Ireland:
At Veterinarian Irish Council Assist, we assist you throughout the entire process, from start to finish. at a very Affordable cost