A route to research
Critical Skills / employment permits
Check the occupation, salary, permit and residence registration requirements.
Before you apply
Check the offer, your work rights and the steps before you travel.
Start with your work rights
Nationality and existing permission matter. Check whether you need an employment permit before arranging the move.
Check the permit for this job
Critical Skills requires an eligible role and a job offer lasting at least two years. General permits cover a broader range of eligible jobs.
Confirm pay and employer requirements
Salary rules depend on the permit and circumstances. General permits usually require a labour market test; exceptions apply.
Arrange entry and registration
An employment permit is not an entry visa or residence permission. Check which separate steps apply to you before travelling.
Plan for anyone moving with you
Family eligibility, waiting periods and work rights depend on the permission and family circumstances. Check each person’s position separately.
Agree the practical details
Get pay, location, hours and moving support in writing. Compare housing and travel costs. Browse specialists if you need practical help; viewing a profile does not send a request.
Keep your research current
Critical Skills and General permits have published salary floors. Check DETE tables against Dublin or regional rent.
Good to know
Can I move with family?
Family options depend on your permit and each person’s circumstances. Check the official rules for joining you and working before making plans. Immigration rules change often. This page is general information only (not legal advice). Confirm requirements with an official source or qualified adviser.
How fast can I start?
Timelines vary by permit type, documentation, and processing backlogs. Treat employer estimates as guidance, not guarantees. Immigration rules change often. This page is general information only (not legal advice). Confirm requirements with an official source or qualified adviser.
Is Global Sponsor Hub only for tech?
No. You can filter by industry to surface healthcare, finance, operations, and other sectors. Immigration rules change often. This page is general information only (not legal advice). Confirm requirements with an official source or qualified adviser.
