{"id":3888,"count":0,"description":"Removals to Northern Ireland allow you to set up in a country which offers the beauty of the Irish countryside and the buzz of big cities. Northern Ireland brings the best of both worlds. If you\u2019re moving to Northern Ireland, we hope that this page will give you enough pointers to facilitate your removal.\r\n\r\n

Moving to Northern Ireland: <\/span> About Northern Ireland<\/b><\/h2>\r\nAlthough situated on a larger island, Northern Ireland remains part of the UK. Unlike the Republic which is independent, Northern Ireland is governed by UK laws despite having its parliament.\r\n\r\nAlthough Northern Ireland has a strong cultural identity, different from mainland Britain\u2019s, many elements are the same, including the currency, the Pound Sterling (\u00a3 or GBP).\r\n\r\nNorthern Ireland doesn\u2019t cover the whole of the north of the island, just the north-east corner. Overall, this makes up one-sixth of the overall area, with five-sixths belonging to the Republic of Ireland.\r\n\r\nThere are many vibrant cities such as Belfast, the capital, and just as many open spaces and rural sceneries. Northern Ireland is the second least populated region in Britain with just 317 people for every square mile.\r\n\r\nThe climate is typical for northern Europe with lots of rain all year round, including the summer months. Summer temperatures may be warm but won\u2019t climb too high, and the winters will be cold but not harsh.\r\n\r\n

Moving to Northern Ireland: <\/span> Language<\/b><\/h2>\r\nAs part of the UK, the official language of Northern Ireland is English. Some also speak Gaelic (Irish), but it\u2019s very much a minority language. The variant of Gaelic in Northern Ireland is Ulster Irish. However, the use of Gaelic within Northern Ireland remains a politically sensitive subject; Even dual-use alongside English on some road signs has caused controversy.\r\n\r\nAs well as English and Gaelic, some people also speak Ulster Scots. It is a regional version of Scottish and is covered by the Good Friday Agreement. Unlike the Republic of Ireland, you won\u2019t encounter any areas which exclude the use of English entirely.\r\n\r\n

Moving to Northern Ireland: <\/span> Healthcare<\/b><\/h2>\r\nAll areas of the UK, including Northern Ireland, offer free healthcare in most cases to anyone who has the right to live and work in the country. Therefore, individuals arriving from overseas will be able to contribute via their job and receive full healthcare. They will need to register with a local GP to get an NHS number.\r\n\r\n

Moving to Northern Ireland: <\/span> Transport<\/b><\/h2>\r\nThe relatively small area of Northern Ireland means that it\u2019s relatively easy to navigate around, even if you don\u2019t want to remain in the larger towns and cities. The countryside is a delight in waiting, but the joy of Northern Ireland is that you don\u2019t need a car to escape the hustle and bustle.\r\n\r\nThere are bus and train services all over the country with some dedicated to the more rural areas and designed to serve hikers and ramblers. You can purchase integrated passes as they make it more convenient and cheaper to travel.\r\n\r\nIf you plan on driving, you\u2019ll need to be on the left-hand side of the road as the rest of the UK. Parking can be expensive in the cities, however, and there are very active traffic wardens so try and plan where possible.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Moving to Northern Ireland: <\/span> Visa Requirements<\/b><\/h2>\r\nThe process of moving to Northern Ireland and working in the country is very straightforward if you\u2019re from either the EEA or Switzerland at the moment. All you will need are landing documents such as a passport.\r\n\r\nFor those travelling from outside the EEA, you may need both a visa and a work permit. These do not come from the same departments so you will need to apply for each independently before you arrive. There are some exceptions, such as for spouses of EEA nationals. To find out exactly what you need, contact your local immigration office.\r\n\r\nThe process of getting visas and permits for Northern Ireland is relatively simple compared to some other countries. However, it\u2019s wise to allow yourself 2-3 months to get the process finalised before travelling.\r\n\r\n

Moving to Northern Ireland: <\/span> Ireland<\/b><\/h2>\r\nNorthern Ireland has a long border with Ireland, but it\u2019s reasonably inconspicuous and allows unpoliced access from one side to the other. This simple crossover and the fact you\u2019re on an island can lead to a feeling that there\u2019s little difference between the two parties, but this isn\u2019t the case.\r\n\r\nNorthern Ireland has many differences with the Republic; these include taxation, currency and healthcare. Some individuals live on one side of the border and work on the other. This situation is entirely workable but can complicate life: For example, you will need to fill in two tax returns and may need to pay a top-up tax.\r\n\r\nLots of work is ongoing to continue to promote cross-border unity, and a dedicated agency supports workers who regularly cross over. So even if your work is in Northern Ireland, you could consider moving to the Republican side of the border. Brexit may change this.\r\n\r\n

Moving to Northern Ireland: <\/span> Removals to Northern Ireland<\/b><\/h2>\r\nAs an island which is part of Europe, moving to Northern Ireland is usually straightforward. There are plenty of options for access including sea, road and air freight. Provided you follow the usual rules about importing your personal effects, you shouldn\u2019t experience any undue delays. Reputable, professional European moving companies will be able to offer you options, depending on where you come from.\r\n

Whether you choose our Load & Go<\/a> or our EasyMoves<\/a> solution, European Moving can help you with your removal. We shall be able to help you with the full list of restrictions that apply to removals to Northern Ireland and also provide advice on a whole range of removal issues you may not have encountered before.<\/p>","link":"https:\/\/europeanmoving.co.uk\/en\/moving-to-country\/moving-and-removals-to-northern-ireland\/","name":"Northern Ireland","slug":"moving-and-removals-to-northern-ireland","taxonomy":"category","parent":0,"meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/europeanmoving.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories\/3888"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/europeanmoving.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/europeanmoving.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/taxonomies\/category"}],"wp:post_type":[{"href":"https:\/\/europeanmoving.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts?categories=3888"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}