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I can speak for Ireland. I am from a south asian country and the who process in Ireland has been a breeze.

Visa and permit? Easy. Just go to the office, present the documents and everything comes in post two weeks later.

Register with social welfare? great. Just go there and they set you up. You get a card and setup the account online. Everything else take care of by the employer and revenue departments.

Driving license? Take the written test and 300 euros for the lessons. If you pass, you can drive (with a driver with full license). Take the test 6 months later for full license.

Yes, here and there you do meet someone who tries to give you a hard time. but all in all, a very positive experience.