Critical Skills Employment Permit

Critical Skills Employment Permit is a residence route in Ireland (Emploi). Job offer ≥2 yrs: €40,904+ (since 1 Mar 2026) in Critical Skills Occupations List with degree, or €68,911+ in most occupations. Permit fee €1,000. Family may join immediately; after 2 yrs Stamp 4 (no permit needed).

Requirements at a glance

You need an annual income of about CHF 38'450. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 2 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.

How holders are taxed

Irish tax resident: PAYE on salary; non-domiciled remittance basis on foreign income/gains

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

CatégorieEmploi
Investissement—
Frais (famille)CHF 1'790
Revenu / anCHF 38'450
Avoirs—
Séjour min.—
Résidence perm.2
Citoyenneté5
Travailyes
Éligiblesall non-EEA
ImpôtsIrish tax resident: PAYE on salary; non-domiciled remittance basis on foreign income/gains
État au2026-10
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