- country
- Ireland
- eligibility
- Work permit for highly skilled workers in occupations on the Critical Skills Occupation List published by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE), aimed at sectors facing labour shortages. The 50% EEA nationals employment requirement may be waived for start-up companies within 2 years of establishment that are supported by Enterprise Ireland or IDA Ireland.
- processing notes
- Annual salary must be at least EUR 40,904 (as of March 2026, per cited sources). Issued by DETE. Provides a pathway to long-term residency.
- quota
- No quota; governed by the Critical Skills Occupation List