Jim Daly (Cork South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

While there may be a test of language skills, it is accepted across the EU that a standard is met in all EU countries and they all adhere to the same standards. There is an acceptance and recognition of qualifications among EU countries, other than language requirements which will apply in some countries. In the case of dentists from outside the EU, the Medical Council will have to satisfy itself that any applicant from outside the EU is appropriately qualified. That may be done by a process of examination or research into the person's background. There is no automatic acceptance of qualifications obtained outside the EU. The Medical Council has responsibility in this regard.