They were discovered at around 10.30am this morning.
Gardaí have launched an investigation after nine men were found in a shipping container at Rosslare Europort.
They were discovered at around 10.30am this morning, and have since been assessed by medical personnel.
Eight of the men are deemed to be in good health, while one is being further assessed for non-life-threatening injuries at a hospital in the south-east of the country.
Anyone with information is being asked to contact Gardaí.