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Employing in Ireland

Key employment information for hiring and managing employees in Ireland.

Minimum Wage
EUR 26,416
per year

Minimum Wage

EUR 26,416 per year

Working hours

Working hours per week

39 hours per week

Leave

Annual leave

20 days per year

Personal/Carer's leave

5 days per year. Medical certificate required

Public holidays in Ireland

New Year's Day
2026-01-01
Saint Brigid's Day
2026-02-02
Saint Patrick's Day
2026-03-17
Good Friday
2026-04-03
Easter Monday
2026-04-06
May Day
2026-05-04
June Holiday
2026-06-01
August Holiday
2026-08-03
October Holiday
2026-10-26
Christmas Day
2026-12-25
St. Stephen's Day
2026-12-26

Termination

Notice period

7 days minimum

Probation period

0 – 180 days

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