Ireland Critical Skills Employment Permit
Ireland • Work Visa
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The Ireland Critical Skills Employment Permit is aimed at highly skilled non-EEA workers in occupations on Ireland’s Critical Skills Occupation List or earning over €64,000. It facilitates long-term residence and allows family reunification. After 21 months, holders may apply for Stamp 4 to live and work in Ireland without a permit.
Requirements
- ✓Job offer for 2 years or more
- ✓Minimum salary of €38,000 (on Critical Skills List) or €64,000 (not on ineligible list)
- ✓Employer must be registered in Ireland and with the Companies Registration Office
- ✓Relevant qualifications and/or experience
- ✓Visa (if required) and residence registration upon arrival
Benefits
- ★Pathway to Stamp 4 after 21 months (no permit needed thereafter)
- ★Spouse/partner may work without permit (Stamp 1G)
- ★Eligible to bring family
- ★No labour market needs test required
- ★No renewal required—valid for full 2 years
Cost Breakdown
Application Fee:€1,000
Processing Fee:
Other Fees:€300 for Irish Residence Permit (IRP)
Total Estimated:€1,300
Timeline
Processing Time
Varies; see current processing times online
Validity Period
2 years
Application Process
- 1Apply via Employment Permits Online System (EPOS)
- 2Submit required documents and €1,000 fee
- 3Receive permit decision (refusals can be appealed)
- 4Apply for visa if needed
- 5Present permit at border and register with immigration
- 6Apply for Stamp 4 after 21 months
Required Documents
- 📄Completed online application via EPOS
- 📄Signed employment contract
- 📄Proof of qualifications or experience
- 📄Employer registration details
- 📄Visa application (if applicable)
- 📄Registration with immigration office after arrival