Guides for studying in Ireland

Living with a Host Family in Ireland — What to Expect

Host families are the most popular first accommodation for students in Ireland — and Irish home life is different from Brazil in ways nobody warns you about.

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Irish Pub Culture — A Social Guide for Brazilian Students

The Irish pub is not just about drinking — it's the social heart of the country. Here's how to navigate rounds, pub quizzes, and closing time like a local.

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Understanding Irish Humor and Sarcasm — A Guide for Brazilians

Irish humor is dry, indirect, and often the exact opposite of what's said — and for Brazilians, it can be confusing at first. Here's how to decode it.

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Practising English Outside the Classroom in Dublin

School hours alone won't make you fluent — here's how to turn Dublin itself into your classroom, every single day.

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Your First Visit to a GP in Ireland

GPs are Ireland's front-line doctors — here's how to register, what a visit costs (€60–70), and what to expect when you're unwell abroad.

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Traditional Irish Music — How to Find and Enjoy a Trad Session

Trad sessions happen in Dublin pubs every week — but there's an etiquette to them. Here's how to find one, what to expect, and why they're one of the highlights of any Irish exchange.

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Tax Refunds in Ireland — How to Claim Back Overpaid PAYE

Most students who work in Ireland overpay income tax. Here's exactly how to claim your refund online — and how much you can realistically expect back.

9 min read

Sending Money Home — EUR to BRL Exchange Rates

Wise vs your bank, how to receive money from Brazil, and how to make your euros go further — a complete guide to EUR/BRL transfers for Irish-based students.

5 min read

Staying Connected — Internet, WhatsApp and Calling Home from Ireland

Keeping in touch with your family in Brazil from Ireland is easier and cheaper than ever — but you need to set things up right. Here's everything you need to know.

5 min read

Safety in Dublin — What to Know, What to Avoid

Dublin is a safe city by European standards, but like any capital, it has its risks. Here's what every Brazilian student needs to know to stay street-smart from day one.

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GAA Explained for Brazilians — Ireland's National Sport

The GAA is Ireland's biggest sporting organisation — and Gaelic football and hurling are unlike anything you've seen before. Here's what every Brazilian student needs to know.

5 min read

Packing for Ireland — What to Bring and What to Leave

Ireland is not Canada — but it's not Brazil either. A practical packing guide so you don't arrive freezing in a summer dress or dragging a suitcase full of things you'll never use.

7 min read