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€1,000
€1,000 for a permit of up to 24 months.
≈ USD 1,118 — indicative only, at the ECB reference rate of 3 Nov 2026. Not an official fee.
enterprise.gov.ie ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
On 3 November 2026, DETE was processing Critical Skills applications received on 23 October 2026.
The date they are working on now, not a waiting time
enterprise.gov.ie ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
To be confirmed with the Department of Enterprise (DETE) before applying.
You may move to Stamp 4 (long-term residence permission) after 21 months of employment on this permit. Not automatic.
irishimmigration.ie ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
€40,904 a year for jobs on the Critical Skills Occupations List (relevant degree needed; €36,848 if you graduated in the last 12 months), or €68,911 for most other jobs.
enterprise.gov.ie ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
You need a job offer in Ireland of at least 2 years.
enterprise.gov.ie ↗ · checked 5 Nov 2026
These are the official rules we have so far. There may be more. Read the official page before you apply.
Critical Skills Employment Permit — Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment
enterprise.gov.ie ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
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