r/TransIreland • • Aug 29 '25

ATTN: Trans US Americans Considering Moving to Ireland

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Howdy! If you are a US trans person seeking information about life in Ireland as a place to move to outside of the States, please please ask your questions here or search within this community for already discussed content.

I have been seeing more and more fellow US Americans posting here for information. This is completely understandable due to the intensifying situation in the US! I am a US transgender man myself who moved to Ireland who may or may not be working closely with a legal team to explore asylum systems in Canada and Europe. (I also have an Irish sweetheart I intend to marry but that is besides the point! Haha).

I am not here to provide "legal advice." You are responsible for your own decisions. I can provide considerations/suggestions and an opportunity to alleviate the labor from my Irish trans friends of repeatedly providing information about Ireland (Of course, feel free to still contribute to the conversation if you have the bandwidth! I would never consider myself an expert on trans life in Ireland!).

Some things I have gathered thus far during my time in Ireland:

Safety:

  • Ireland is a very safe country. Of course, there is always risk wherever you go so be mindful of your surroundings. Although still a minority, there is anti-(im)migrant sentiments that have manifested in the form of rallies/protests. Although there has been incredible pushback/counter protests, this is something to keep in mind, especially if you are a person of color. I have learned there were cases of violence in Dublin and up in the North. Again, few instances.

Housing:

  • Housing is very limited here and therefore it is (more often than not) incredibly expensive. I cannot stress this enough. Coming from the States where prices are also ridiculous, one needs to keep in mind that your US dollars will be weaker here (USD is around .85 to Euro approx rn) and that wages here are not keeping up with the cost of living.

Medical:

  • Access to gender affirming care (specifically HRT) is quite a difficult process in Ireland. I have heard people say it is one of the worst in Europe. If you are first starting out on HRT, there is an incredibly long wait time to go through the public system (like several years) and it is not cheap to access care through private telehealth companies. If you are intending to continue your care (like I have), know that your specific medication might not be available here. My testosterone cypionate is not. In addition, finding a primary care doctor (general practitioner/GP) is even a difficult process for cisgender people. The medical system is also overwhelmed here. Trans people are able to access HRT, but generally either go the pricey private route or DIY.

Permission to stay:

  • Moving here is going to require one to figure out how to stay here legally. US citizens can be here for 90 days as regular tourists. One could look for work visas (must secure this while in the States. Might be able to secure while here, but it must be rare, nonexistent, or kept quiet). One could also apply for asylum, but be advised that this is not a guarantee at the current time, but we may very well be fast approaching this. The asylum system is also incredibly overwhelmed. In addition, you would not be able to work, even remotely until after 6 months of your case being processed without a first instance decision. So you will need substantial savings to wait this out with no guarantee for asylum status.

I share this info not to be considered an "authority" on the trans experience in Ireland. I only share as a US trans person who has been navigating life in Ireland. I do not mean to discourage other US trans people coming here, but I must be honest with the very real challenges present.

Although not without its own issues, Canada may provide an "easier" alternative. There are reports that there is an active asylum case for a US trans woman. Shortly after applying, she was able to work legally as well. In addition, a US non-binary individual's deportation out of Canada was halted citing the unsafe conditions for trans people in the US. All my love to you. I cannot explain how much my heart aches seeing the developments. I hope this information provides some help. Truly. I will answer questions as best as I can and my apologies to the Irish trans folks for me taking up space here. I just know these questions will keep coming with no slowing down in the near future...I am more than happy to take on this labor!

Please consider this resource to explore your options for leaving the US. It is only in its alpha stage, but it may prove useful to think of options. I know having the ability to leave is a privilege for various reasons, but we must not give up hope. This is the time to build community and keep each other safe. You existing is the biggest slap in the face to those who despise us. Sending you all so so much love. Be safe. https://www.helpmeleave.us/


r/TransIreland • • Nov 09 '21

All Island Trans Ireland Wiki - A collection of useful resources

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On behalf of the mods I am pleased to announce The Trans Ireland Wiki.

This is intended as an up to date list of resources and information for trans people across the island of Ireland.

If you spot a mistake, missing information, or would like to otherwise contribute please comment below. Its fairly barebones right now, but we hope it'll grow and stay relevant over time.


r/TransIreland • • 13h ago

ROI Specific Grc finally happening tomorrow

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Eeeepppppp!!!! Its finally happening tomorrow


r/TransIreland • • 12h ago

ROI Specific Can Stamp 2 IRP holders apply for a medical card/GP visit card?

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r/TransIreland • • 19h ago

ROI Specific Does anyone have any experience with the Kindred clinic cork?

9 Upvotes

I'm a closeted trans woman and I want to start getting support the HRT and coming out to those I trust and things like that.

I don't need to explain to y'all that the wait-list for public health care is ridiculous and I don't have the money for private. So while doing some research I came across the Kindred clinic which claims to be made specifically for trans people.

So do any of y'all have any experience there? What should I expect / what services do they offer?


r/TransIreland • • 1d ago

GRC requirements as an immigrant?

10 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

There's a lot of conflicting information on what status you need/how long you need to have been here to be eligible for a GRC. Can anyone tell me what I need as an EU citizen who's a university student?


r/TransIreland • • 1d ago

ROI Specific Getting T Overseas (emergency)

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So I'll cut this short but I'm desperately in need of help. I'm on testogel & I literally just got on the bus to the airport to go to France for 9 days. I looked in my bag and realised I left my gel behind. I am currently panicking and frantic. Please if anyone can help me or tell me what to do please let me know. My flight is at 2:10pm

Edit: Despite a lot of scrambling and phone calls I managed to re-route through the city, get an emergency prescription from a pharmacy, then grab a taxi to the airport. Tysm for the help <3


r/TransIreland • • 19h ago

ROI Specific GRC as a nom-binary person

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Hello, I’m transmasc but not interested in changing my gender marker to M (partially as I’d prefer an X marker but also since I’m femme presenting and having an M marker could pose safety concerns).

I’m trying to change my legal name using the GRC, will it automatically change my gender/is there a way to opt out of it?

I really don’t have faith in the government rolling out an X marker anytime soon but would prefer to leave the option to me to change in the future. Any advice?


r/TransIreland • • 1d ago

ROI Specific Pharmacist representative resignation from HSE Model of Care for Gender Healthcare

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r/TransIreland • • 1d ago

ROI Specific ‘The patient’s voice is far too rarely heard’ – thousands sign letter calling for less ‘invasive’ gender healthcare model

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r/TransIreland • • 1d ago

ROI Specific Survival Horror on Instagram: "🚨 GIG ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 we are returning to the real capital to share the stage with Cork’s shoegaze sweethearts @magazinecowboy_band to raise money for the incredible work of the Kindred Clinic! 🏳️‍⚧️" [November 14th, Cork]

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r/TransIreland • • 1d ago

ROI Specific Good places for laser in Cork?

3 Upvotes

Hi, I'm MTF and considering getting laser hair removal for facial hair. Are there any places in Cork that ye've had good experiences with?


r/TransIreland • • 2d ago

All Island Top surgeons Irish people go to that require less than usual binding after top surgery?

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Hi, I have chronic pain in my ribs and I believe the post surgery binding may heighten my pain, ontop of the surgery itself ofcourse, I'm researching surgeons right now and I am just wondering if anyone knows of a surgeon that doesn't require a whole lot of medical binding after surgery, perhaps from this list (common surgeons I’ve noticed Irish ppl go to)-
Irish-
Dr Ergin
dr jack kelly
Dr Niall mcinerney
Dr Slaman in auralia
Europe/uk-
Dr Miles berry
Nordsthetics
Dr serkan
Dr moscatiello
Dr lago
Dr lembas
Dr braso
Dr Lornen
Dr ioannos gkotsikas
Dr Mexis


r/TransIreland • • 2d ago

24 this month & hoping 2 meet new people & make friends

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but it’s an awkward age & with social anxiety it’s even more difficult. My only sorta mate moved to Italy in September, I’ve not much of a social group left outside of work I’m a baby trans only 7 months on HRT 24 Animal lover Dog owner 80s music Business owner Masc Pan And love a good cider Used to be artistic but lost interest when I started my business My dogs are dcks or I’d join a walking group but they’d only end up embarrassing me lol Local hangout would definitely Bullhouse east


r/TransIreland • • 3d ago

Just for Shiggles 18 MTF just want new friends and connections I’m looking for others gals advice lol

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I’m pre everything and I lwk dk where to start, I need to find my group of gals where are y’all at??😭


r/TransIreland • • 3d ago

ROI Specific Two trans organisations resign from working group to develop Ireland's new gender healthcare model [GCN]

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PATHI and THA have resigned from the working group, stating that the draft model does not align with the values of their organisations. 


r/TransIreland • • 3d ago

ROI Specific DIY T average cost + communities

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Hi everyone, i'm a trans guy considering getting on diy T, but I was wondering if anyone has a general figure for how much it would cost monthly/yearly?

Would also really appreciate if someone could point me towards a discord server or other community for info 🙏 thanks


r/TransIreland • • 3d ago

ROI Specific Name change on other documents.

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Im just wondering if anyone knows how tedious the process is, once you get your passport name and gender changed, how do you then go about doing the same for drivers lisence etc.

Do you have to pay a fee and basically apply for a new one for all of them?

Also services like mygov account, bank accounts etc


r/TransIreland • • 3d ago

ROI Specific Changing my name after deferring a spot in college

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I deferred a place in college and will be going next year. Will there be any issues with the college or cao if I get a gender recognition cert this year? How would I go about informing them about it?


r/TransIreland • • 3d ago

ROI Specific How do I go about getting a psychiatrist letter from NGS for top surgery?

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How ye’s, today is a glorious day, I booked to get top surgery at the end of Feb next year in a clinic in Dublin, went for a consultation today and everything was smooth and Im very happy. I need to send them a letter from my psychiatrist stating I have gender dysphoria and Im seeking chest surgery. I’m a patient in the NGS for the last 4 years, Im wondering how other have contacted them to request the letter? Do I phone/email someone for it? Any info is appreciated!


r/TransIreland • • 4d ago

ROI Specific Blood Test!!!

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Hi everyone! I have a GP appointment coming up where I’m going to ask about having my bloods done so I can get my hormones prescribed - I already scheduled out time to get the bloods done, but I’ve heard that actually getting a GP to qualify tests as necessary is really hard for trans people

Is there anything I need to know about or do to make sure they actually get done? I appreciate any help <3


r/TransIreland • • 5d ago

ROI Specific Statement on our resignation from the model of care for gender healthcare working group [Trans Healthcare Action]

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r/TransIreland • • 5d ago

ROI Specific GRC application- have the requirements changed?

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It seems as if the requirements may have changed and I wondered if there is a definitive answer?

Who should I approach to find out- eg best to contact Citizens Information/TENI/The GRC Client Identity Number?

In this thread https://www.reddit.com/r/TransIreland/comments/1x02jpw/grc_update_slightly_gone_wrong/

it seems that (i) proof of ID now must be sent with an application and (ii) proof of use or name over two years or Deed Poll ( which I thought wasn't being insisted on for a while now).


r/TransIreland • • 5d ago

Help with nebido

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Hi, I’ve been prescribed Nebido, but I can’t find a GP who can administer it.

Can anyone in Cork or Dublin help? We can work something out regarding the price.


r/TransIreland • • 6d ago

Readying myself to try again

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So I'm MTF in early 40s, despite a few disheartening experiences I realise what I have always known is that trying to ignore my body telling me that I need to transition isn't going away.

So I realise that despite not getting a prescription yet from Gender GP, blood tests are required for October.

And I must admit I am nervous. I did talk to my doctor very early in the year about this and blood tests. While my gp did say they could do the necessary blood test, it does leave me somewhat anxious as the time I saw them at the start of the year, was a really hard appointment where my doctor delved into lots of areas of my life.

Plus the practice has a new policy where you have to have doctors appointment to get any blood test results.

It might be good to have blood tests done, although in my doctors word, to paraphrase they said "they didn't someone so very healthy as me would want to go on medication" despite also in my doctors words being "so very very old"