Ireland
All Visa Pathways(37 visas)
IrelandAWS — Atypical Working Scheme
Short-term Irish work permission for niche specialist roles, locum medics, and study-linked paid internships not covered by standard employment permits.
IrelandAirport Transit Visa (Type A)
Short visa allowing visa-required nationals to pass through an Irish airport or seaport en route to another country without leaving the port.
IrelandAsylum/International Protection Application
Application for international protection (refugee status, subsidiary protection, or permission to remain) for those fleeing persecution, torture, or serious harm.
IrelandCSEP — Critical Skills Employment Permit
Ireland's premium 2-year work permit for non-EEA professionals in shortage occupations earning €40,904+, with direct Stamp 4 conversion.
IrelandContract for Services Employment Permit
Lets a foreign contractor transfer non-EEA staff to deliver a one-to-one service contract with an Irish entity for up to five years.
IrelandDependant/Partner/Spouse Employment Permit
Dependant/Partner/Spouse Employment Permit (often referred to as the "Dependant Employment Permit" under the Employment Permits Act 2024).
IrelandExchange Agreement Employment Permit
Non-renewable 12-month employment permit for non-EEA nationals on prescribed international exchanges such as AIESEC, IAESTE, Fulbright, or Vulcanus in Ireland.
IrelandGEP — General Employment Permit
Employer-sponsored permit for skilled roles in Ireland with a job offer paying at least EUR 36,605; up to 5 years and a Stamp 4 route.
IrelandICT — Intra-Corporate Transfer Directive
Temporary transfer permit for senior managers, key personnel (€49,523+) and trainees (€36,605+) within multinationals to Irish establishments.
IrelandInternship Employment Permit
Short-term work permit for foreign third-level students completing a required Irish internship on the Critical Skills Occupations List.
IrelandIntra-Company Transfer Employment Permit
Ireland's ICT Employment Permit lets multinationals move senior staff, key personnel or trainees to a connected Irish branch for up to five years.
IrelandJoin Family (Long Stay D Visa)
Long-stay D visa allowing non-EEA family of Irish citizens or lawful residents to join them in Ireland, with a pathway to Stamp 4 residency.
IrelandMinister of Religion (Long Stay D Visa / Preclearance)
An Irish long-stay D visa or preclearance letting a qualifying minister of religion enter and reside in Ireland for up to three years under sponsorship by a religious body.
IrelandReactivation Employment Permit
Two-stage Irish work permit that lets non-EEA nationals who lost employment-permit status through no fault of their own re-enter the labour market with a new job offer.
IrelandSTEP — Start-up Entrepreneur Programme
Irish residence for non-EEA founders of high-potential start-ups backed by €50,000+ in funding.
IrelandSeasonal Employment Permit
Pilot seasonal work permit for non-EEA horticultural operatives at one of six approved Irish employers, valid 14 April to 13 November.
IrelandShort Stay C Visa (Business)
Visa for short-term travel to Ireland for business purposes (meetings, negotiations, etc.) for up to 90 days.
IrelandShort Stay C Visa (Conference/Event)
Visa to travel to Ireland for up to 90 days to attend a conference, symposium, or other event.
IrelandShort Stay C Visa (Tourist)
Short-stay tourist visa for non-EEA nationals visiting Ireland for up to 90 days; €60 single / €100 multiple entry, processed in about 8 weeks.
IrelandShort Stay C Visa (Visit Family/Friend)
Visa to travel to Ireland to visit family or friends for up to 90 days.
IrelandSport and Cultural Employment Permit
Employer-tied work permit for professional athletes, coaches, musicians, and performers in Irish sports and cultural organizations, valid up to 2 years initially.
IrelandStamp 0 - Retirement/Independent Means Visa
Temporary residence permit for retirees and persons of independent means with no employment restrictions. Requires €50,000+ annual income and private health insurance.
IrelandStamp 1 — Hosting Agreement (Researcher)
Fast-track Stamp 1 for non-EEA researchers under an accredited Irish Hosting Agreement; family work rights and Stamp 4 after 2 years.
IrelandStamp 1A (Accountancy Trainee)
Permission for non-EEA nationals to undertake full-time, paid accountancy training.
IrelandStamp 1G (Graduate / Spousal)
Irish ISD permission letting Level 8/9 graduates and spouses of CSEP, GEP, ICT or Hosting Agreement permit holders work without a separate employment permit.
IrelandStamp 1H (NCHD Doctor)
Two-year permission for non-EEA Non-Consultant Hospital Doctors on a Multi-Site General Employment Permit, with immediate family reunification and a Stamp 4 path.
IrelandStamp 2 (ILEP Student)
Permission for full-time study in Ireland for courses listed on the Interim List of qualifying Programmes (ILEP).
IrelandStamp 2A (Non-ILEP Student)
Stamp 2A is a permission for full-time study in Ireland for courses not listed on the Interim List of qualifying Programmes (ILEP).
IrelandStamp 3 (Volunteer / Dependent)
Irish residency for non-EEA volunteers with approved charities and dependents of certain employment-permit holders, with no general right to work.
IrelandStamp 4 Residency
Long-term residency after 2 years on Critical Skills permit or 5+ years on any work permit.
IrelandStamp 4D (UK National Family Member)
This permission is designed for non-EEA family members of UK citizens who moved to Ireland after December 31, 2020 (post-Brexit).
IrelandStamp 4EUFAM (EU Treaty Rights Family Member)
Permission for non-EEA family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens residing in Ireland under EU Treaty Rights.
IrelandStamp 6 (Without Condition / Dual Citizenship)
Endorsement in a non-Irish passport for dual Irish citizens, granting unrestricted residence and full work rights in Ireland at no fee.
IrelandType C — Short Stay C Visa (Internship)
Short Stay 'C' visa allowing non-EEA students to undertake a sponsor-arranged internship in Ireland for up to 90 days as part of their studies.
IrelandType D — Student Visa (Type D)
Long-stay national visa for non-EEA students enrolled in ILEP-listed full-time courses in Ireland lasting more than 3 months.
IrelandVolunteer (Long Stay D Visa / Preclearance)
Permission for non-EEA nationals to reside in Ireland for unpaid voluntary work with a qualifying sponsoring organisation for up to two years.
IrelandWHA — Working Holiday Authorisation
Youth mobility scheme allowing qualifying young adults from 11 partner countries to work casually in Ireland for up to 12 months (24 months for Canadians).