Ireland
All Visa Pathways(38 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.
IrelandBusiness Permission
The Business Permission Scheme was suspended on 16 March 2016 and is no longer open to new applicants.
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).
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