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General Employment Permit

Standard work permit for non-EEA nationals with a job offer paying at least €34,000.

Estimated Cost

$1,050

Processing Time

~2 months

Validity

24 months

Description

The General Employment Permit covers a wide range of occupations not on the critical skills or ineligible lists. A labor market needs test is required, meaning the position must be advertised in Ireland and the EU/EEA first.

Official informationLast updated: 2025-07-01

Timeline

Processing Time
1 months – 4 months

Average: 2 months

Visa Validity
2 years

Path to Residency

Path to Citizenship

~5 years

Requirements

Job offer (€34,000+ salary)*

Labor market needs test*

Position advertised for 28+ days

Relevant qualifications*

Valid passport*

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Application fee$1,050One-time
Estimated Total$1,050