Stage 2 · Lesson 4 of 5
Ireland: Critical Skills and General Employment permits
Ireland's is for roles on the , which includes many software and ICT roles. As of October 2026, the role must pay at least 40,904 euros a year with a relevant degree (36,848 euros if you earned it in the last 12 months), or above 68,911 euros for any eligible job.
The offer must be for at least two years, there is no , and your partner can work. After the permit period, holders apply to the Department of Justice for , a residence permission that lets you work without a permit.
The covers other eligible roles, generally from 36,605 euros, and the employer must first advertise the job to show no suitable EU candidate was found.
Common trapassuming every tech role qualifies; check the occupation list and the salary first.
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Resources for this stage
Start with· follow one of these
- GuideFreeUK Skilled Worker visa (GOV.UK)
UK Home Office (GOV.UK)
The full Skilled Worker rules: skill level, salary, English, fees and family
- GuideFreeIreland employment permits (Critical Skills and General)
Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Ireland
Critical Skills and General Employment permits, thresholds and Stamp 4
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