Use this page as a starting point. Always confirm requirements directly with the relevant official body, employer, training body, regulator, or immigration authority.
New to Ireland
Essential starting points for doctors preparing to work, relocate, and settle into the Irish healthcare system.
Before You Start Work in Ireland
Key steps to consider before starting a medical post in Ireland, including registration, employer checks, medical protection, immunisation requirements, and onboarding.
Open resourceMedical Careers Ireland
A central resource for doctors exploring medical career opportunities, working in Ireland, training, supports, and professional development.
Open resourceWorking as a Doctor in Ireland: NCHD Guide
Practical guidance for doctors working in Ireland, including NCHD-related information, relocation, supports, and workplace orientation.
Open guideRegistration, Training & Career Pathways
Official regulators, training bodies, and pathway information for career planning and postgraduate development.
Irish Medical Council
Official regulator for doctors in Ireland, including registration, professional standards, and professional competence information.
Open official siteHSE Medicine Pathway
Overview of the medicine career pathway in Ireland and the journey from qualification through training and career development.
Open resourceTraining in Ireland for International Doctors
Information for international doctors exploring structured training, fellowships, and career development opportunities in Ireland.
Open resourceRCPI
Royal College of Physicians of Ireland training, professional competence, and postgraduate education resources.
Open official siteRCSI
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland resources for surgical training, professional development, and professional competence.
Open official siteICGP
Irish College of General Practitioners resources for general practice training, lifelong learning, and professional competence.
Open official siteImmigration, Work Permits & Family
Official immigration and employment permit signposting for doctors and families navigating permissions in Ireland.
Employment Permits for Doctors
Official employment permit information for doctors, including permit-related conditions and renewal considerations.
Open official guidanceGeneral Employment Permit
Official information on General Employment Permits, including eligibility, application principles, and employment permit rules.
Open official guidanceImmigration Permission Stamps
Official information on Irish immigration stamps, including Stamp 4 and other permission types.
Open official guidanceFamily Dependents
Official information for non-EEA family members and dependents seeking permission to reside in Ireland.
Open official guidanceRelocation & Settling In
Practical guidance for doctors and families planning arrival, employment setup, and life in Ireland.
HSE Relocation Package
HSE information on relocation support and eligibility, including important notes for different staff categories.
Open resourceNew International Employee Guide
Practical HSE guide for international employees moving to Ireland, including arrival, relocation, and setup information.
Open guideCPD & Professional Development
Professional competence and lifelong learning resources for doctors maintaining registration and development.
IMC Professional Competence
Medical Council information on professional competence requirements for registered doctors in Ireland.
Open resourceRCPI Professional Competence Scheme
RCPI guidance on enrolling in a Professional Competence Scheme appropriate to registration type.
Open resourceRCSI Professional Competence Scheme
RCSI resources on maintaining professional competence, CPD activity, and documentation requirements.
Open resourceICGP PCS Enrolment Guidance
ICGP guidance on PCS enrolment and annual renewal for doctors aligned with general practice.
Open resourceIAID Downloadable Guides
Planned IAID checklists and starter packs to support doctors with practical preparation and professional planning.
IAID New Doctor Checklist
A practical checklist for doctors preparing to start work in Ireland.
IAID Training Pathway Overview
A simplified IAID guide to training pathways, career planning, and useful official resources.
IAID Relocation Checklist
A practical relocation checklist covering documents, accommodation, county orientation, transport, and settling-in steps.
IAID CPD and Audit Starter Pack
A starter pack to help doctors think about CPD, audit ideas, reflective learning, and professional development planning.
IAID resources are provided for general guidance, orientation, and signposting only. They do not constitute legal, immigration, financial, employment, or professional advice. Doctors should confirm requirements directly with the relevant official body, employer, regulator, training body, or immigration authority.