You have the job offer. Now let's make sure you do this right.
Irish employment permits are more detailed than most people expect. Skipping steps, even small ones, is the most common reason applications are refused.
Clear Steps
A simple process from start to finish.
Strong Applications
Careful preparation that increases your chances.
Peace of Mind
You're supported at every stage.
A straightforward process, step by step.
Initial Consultation
We talk about your goals, eligibility and the best permit option for you.
Document Review
I review your documents and create a personalised plan for your application.
Application Preparation
I prepare and submit your application accurately and on time.
Liaison & Updates
I communicate with the authorities and keep you informed at every stage.
Decision & Next Steps
Once approved, I advise you on your next steps.
We guide you through the entire process from start to finish. Every document checked. Every requirement met. Every step explained before it happens so nothing comes as a surprise.
Permit options I handle
Critical Skills Employment Permit
For highly skilled professionals in occupations on the Critical Skills Occupations List, generally meeting a higher salary threshold in exchange for a faster route to Stamp 4 and fewer restrictions on family members joining you in Ireland.
General Employment Permit
For roles that don't meet the Critical Skills threshold but still qualify under the standard eligibility criteria, subject to a Labour Market Needs Test in most cases and a longer qualifying period before Stamp 4.
Employment Permit Renewal
Renewing an existing Critical Skills or General Employment Permit before it expires, with the right supporting evidence submitted in time to avoid a gap in your permission to work.
Change of Employer
Moving to a new employer on your existing permit type, once you've met the minimum qualifying period and your new role sits within the correct occupation classification for your permit.
Employment Permit Reactivation
For workers who fell out of the employment permit system through no fault of their own, often due to an employer's error, and need a route back into lawful employment under the Employment Reactivation Scheme.
Reactivation and New GEP Combination
Combining an Employment Reactivation Scheme application with a fresh General Employment Permit application, when your situation calls for both steps to be handled together.
Stamp 1 Extension
Extending the residence permission that runs alongside your employment permit, so your registration stays valid while your permit renewal or change of employer application is being processed.
Employment Permit Appeals
Appealing a refused Critical Skills or General Employment Permit application, addressing the specific grounds for refusal rather than resubmitting the same application unchanged.
Looking for Stamp 1G, Stamp 4, or IRP registration and renewal? Those sit under Residence Permissions and Long Term Residence on the full services page.
Eligible occupations and salary thresholds are defined by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment and updated regularly. During your consultation we will assess whether your specific role and situation qualify, honestly, before you commit to anything.
Processing times vary throughout the year depending on application volumes, permit type and requests for additional information. Always rely on the latest official processing updates as timeframes change regularly.
It depends on the permit type and occupation. Critical Skills roles generally require relevant qualifications, although certain higher salary roles may accept extensive professional experience. General Employment Permits do not automatically require formal qualifications and experience is often equally important.
Eligibility is not determined by the job title alone. It depends on the duties performed, the SOC Classification and the current Employment Permit Eligibility Lists. Similar job titles may be assessed differently. An individual assessment is recommended.
Possibly. This depends on your current permission, how long you have worked for your employer and the circumstances of the change. A new Employment Permit or prior approval may be required.
Losing your job does not automatically mean you must leave Ireland. Depending on your circumstances, options may include a new Employment Permit, the Employment Reactivation Scheme or another immigration pathway.
It allows certain Employment Permit holders who have fallen out of the immigration system through no fault of their own to return to lawful employment if they satisfy the current requirements.
Yes, provided the new role meets all current Critical Skills requirements including the occupation, salary threshold and other eligibility criteria.
Sometimes. Certain higher salary Critical Skills roles may recognise extensive professional experience instead of a formal qualification, depending on the occupation and current requirements.
SOC stands for Standard Occupational Classification. It classifies occupations for Employment Permit purposes. Eligibility depends on the duties performed and the correct SOC code, not simply the job title.