Immigration & Visas

Stamp types, IRP registration, renewals and visa pathways.

• EU & EEA Citizens Moving to Ireland

  EU and EEA citizens have the right to live and work in Ireland without a visa. You do not need to register with immigration if you are from an EU/EEA country.

• Non-EU Work Permits & Critical Skills

  Non-EU citizens need a work permit to work in Ireland. The two main types are the Critical Skills Employment Permit and the General Employment Permit.

• Studying in Ireland — Student Visas

  Non-EEA students need a study visa (D visa) to study in Ireland. You can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and 40 hours during holidays.

• International Protection in Ireland

  International protection is the process for people seeking asylum or subsidiary protection in Ireland. Apply at the International Protection Office (IPO) on arrival.

• Returning to Ireland as an Irish Citizen

  Irish citizens have an unconditional right to return to Ireland at any time. If bringing a non-EEA spouse or family members, they will need to apply for permission to join you.