Destination Guide

Ireland

Gini Talent simplifies employment in Ireland, managing payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance on one platform.

Services available in this country:
Employer of Record
Contractor Management
Payroll

Capital City

Dublin

Currency

Euro
(€, EUR)

Languages

Irish, English

Population size

5,284,913

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Working Hours and Flexibility
Working hours in Ireland are generally flexible, with most jobs offering options for remote work and flexible schedules. It is rare to work over 40 hours per week.

Employee Rights and Benefits
Employees in Ireland are entitled to annual leave, sick leave, parental leave, and pension benefits. Strong laws ensure workplace safety and equality for all workers.
Popular Industries and Professions
Ireland’s top industries are technology, finance, pharmaceuticals, and construction. Skilled professionals in engineering, software, and healthcare are in high demand.
Work-Life Balance Insights
Ireland values work-life balance, offering flexible hours and remote work options. This helps employees maintain a healthy balance between their work and personal lives.

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Health Insurance and Services
In Ireland, social security provides essential health insurance and services, ensuring citizens have access to healthcare and support when needed.
Family Support Programs
Ireland's social security system offers family support programs, providing financial assistance and resources to help families with children and other dependents.
Pension and Unemployment Insurance
In Ireland, social security includes pension and unemployment insurance, providing financial support for retirement and during periods of unemployment.
Disability and Maternity Benefits
Ireland’s social security offers disability and maternity benefits, ensuring financial support for individuals with disabilities and those on maternity leave.
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Employer
In Ireland, employers pay Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI) at 11.05% of employees' income. PRSI supports social security, covering retirement, illness, and unemployment benefits.
Employee Income Taxes
In Ireland, employee income tax is deducted through the PAYE system at 20% or 40%, depending on income. PRSI and USC also apply.
Employee
In Ireland, employees pay 4% PRSI from earnings, plus income tax: 20% on income up to €35,300 and 40% above. These contributions fund social security and public services.
Tax Reporting and Filing
In Ireland, tax reporting is done annually via the Revenue Online Service (ROS). Employees usually have taxes deducted automatically through the PAYE system.

Taxation system in Ireland

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Termination Process
The Irish Unfair Dismissals Act 1977 protects employees with 1+ years of service. Employers must provide valid reasons like conduct, redundancy, or capability and follow contract terms.
Severance Pay
In Ireland, severance pay applies mainly in redundancy cases. Employees with 2+ years of service receive 2 weeks' pay per year worked plus an additional week’s pay.
Notice Period
In Ireland, the statutory notice period varies by service length: 1 week (13 weeks–2 years), 2 weeks (2–5 years), 4 weeks (5–10 years), and 6 weeks (10–15 years).

Probation Periods
In Ireland, probation periods typically last 3-6 months and can extend to 12 months if stated in the contract. Extensions are rare and not a common practice.
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Employment termination in Ireland

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FAQ

Gini Talent facilitates hiring in Romania by handling payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance on a single integrated platform. The services available in Romania include Employer of Record (EOR), contractor management, and payroll. Bucharest is the capital city, the currency is the Romanian Leu (RON), and the population is approximately 18,954,872. Romania offers standard 8-hour workdays, 5 days per week; employees pay a 10% flat income tax, plus social security and health insurance contributions. Employers contribute to work insurance, medical leave, residual insurance, unemployment insurance, and other statutory funds. Termination requires written justification, with minimum notice periods and probation periods that vary by contract duration.

We provide EOR, contractor management, and payroll services to allow companies to hire staff in Romania without establishing a local legal entity.

The capital is Bucharest, and the currency is the Romanian Leu (RON).

 Population is about 18,954,872, and the primary language is Romanian.

 Standard working hours are 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. Flexible hours may depend on employer policies.

Employees are entitled to paid leave, health insurance, social security benefits, maternity/disability coverage, job protection, and non-discrimination rights.

Employees pay 10% income tax. They also contribute ~25% for social security, 10% for health insurance, plus small rates for work insurance, unemployment, and guarantee fund. Employers pay additional contributions for work insurance, medical leave, residual insurance, etc.

 Contracts can be terminated at end of term, during probation, or via early termination with justification. Employees are entitled to notice (minimum 20 days) and must receive written justification for dismissal. Managerial roles may require longer notice (e.g. 45 days). Romania does not mandate severance pay in many cases.

 Probation periods depend on contract length and role: 5 days for short contracts (<3 months), 15 days (3–6 months), 30 days (>6 months), and 45 days for management roles. Notice periods are generally minimum 20 days, with longer for senior roles.

 Taxes are withheld monthly and reported to authorities; year-end reconciliation may be required. Employers and employees must comply with tax and social security filings.

 High demand exists in IT / software development, engineering, automotive, healthcare, and tourism. Romanian tech talent is increasingly integrated into European and global IT projects.

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