Seamless Relocation Success: Global Tech Employee's Journey to Dublin

Introduction:

Global technology company employee relocating from India to Dublin with their family.

What was Involved:

• The Challenge:

  • Securing long-term housing and school places for two children before their arrival in Dublin.
  • Arranging shipment of household goods and assisting with settling tasks like applying for PPS numbers and opening a bank account.
• The Process:
  • Understanding the Challenging Irish Rental Market:
    • Providing detailed information on Ireland’s housing crisis.
    • Assisting in establishing a rental budget and selecting neighbourhood’s to consider.
    • Managing expectations throughout the process.
  • School Application Process:
    • Advising on the Irish curriculum and different school options.
    • Submitting applications and managing communication with school admissions teams.
  • The Paperwork:
    • Advising on required paperwork for renting and school applications.
    • Submitting relevant documentation alongside rental and school admissions applications.
  • Survey for Household Goods Shipment
    • Conducting a home survey in India and providing a shipment quote.
    • Confirming arrival date in Ireland for the following week.
  • Attending Virtual Viewings:
    • Setting up and attending property viewings on behalf of the family.
    • Coordinating lease agreements and deposit transfers.
  • Arrival in Dublin:
    • Setting up utilities and conducting a property check-in before the family’s arrival.
  • Settling In:
    • Initiating the process of opening a bank account and applying for PPS numbers.
    • Completing remaining tasks upon arrival in Dublin.

Outcome:

• • Once the lease for the rental property was signed, the relocation consultant shared the details with local schools for the children’s applications.
  • The children were eventually offered places in a school of their choice.
  • The family arrived in Dublin and went directly to their new home, ready to start at the local primary school the following week.

Conclusion:

• • A very successful relocation for this family, facilitated by the guidance provided by the Cronin relocation consultant.
  • Invaluable help and advice around the rental market and schooling.
  • Smooth transition into their new home, resulting in significant financial savings on temporary accommodations.