Renewing an Irish employment permit: the 4-month renewal window, working while your renewal is processed, 2026 salary thresholds, fees and when to apply for Stamp 4.
Ireland's shortage occupation list, properly the Critical Skills Occupations List, broken down by sector and updated to the 13 May 2026 statutory instrument. Explains how the Critical Skills and Ineligible lists work and how to check your own occupation.
How long an Irish employment permit actually takes in 2026: where to find DETE current processing dates, the full stage-by-stage timeline, what causes delays, and practical ways to compress the schedule.
Changing employer on an Irish employment permit under the Employment Permits Act 2024: the nine-month rule, what same profession means, the reissue requirement, redundancy, promotion and the timing trap that catches people out.
Ireland's banks, funds, fintechs and multinationals hire international finance staff, but not every vacancy carries an employment permit. This 2026 guide covers eligible occupations, Critical Skills rules, the ICAP route, verified salary thresholds and how to apply from outside Ireland.