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Relocating to Cork

5 years ago
Hello Friends,
I need some advice / tips since I am thinking of relocating to Cork. I have two kids aged 8 and 7 and thinking about moving sometime around July / Aug 19. With your help I hope to get a fairly good picture of what to expect as a new resident.
I plan to stay in the suburbs initially (renting a furnished accommodation) until I find a suitable job and seek admission for my kids in a nearby school.
The questions that come to mind are:
a. What rent should I be looking at (approximately)? Can I stay in a one bedroom or do I have take-up a two bedroom accommodation?
b. I understand schools are free (public schools) or do I have to pay some amount initially and what would be the cost of school transportation in case needed?
c. Approximate average cost of monthly utilities such are water and electricity, groceries, phone bills, etc? Any other costs that I should know of?
d. About medical, is there any coverage for the family being a European citizen and after obtaining my P.P.S. number?
e. What about a bank account. How can I open that?
Would highly appreciate if you could please share any other information that you think might be helpful as this will really help me ensure I have everything or most of the things covered prior to my move.
Thanks in advance.

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