Critical Skills Employment Permit
Ireland's priority work permit for occupations on the Critical Skills Occupations List, with no labour market test in most cases.
Who this route is for
People with a job offer in an occupation on the Critical Skills Occupations List, meeting the relevant qualification and salary conditions.
Typical timeline
Current processing dates for each permit type are published weekly by the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment.
What this means for your job search
Check whether your target role appears on the Critical Skills Occupations List, which is reviewed periodically. This permit carries easier family and long-term residence conditions than the general permit, so it is worth aiming for.
This is general information, not legal advice. Immigration rules change and individual cases differ — check the official source and, where it matters, talk to an immigration attorney.