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💼 Work Permit Rules · 2025–2026

Ireland Work Permit Rules Changes 2025–2026

Recent changes to work permit rules in Ireland — sourced from official government publications.

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💼 Work Permits 🔴 Action needed 1 Mar 2026
Employment permit salary thresholds increased — phased to 2030
General Employment Permit: €34,000 → €36,605. Critical Skills (with degree): €38,000 → €40,904. Critical Skills (without degree): €64,000 → €68,911. Further increases annually to 2030.
📂 Source: enterprise.gov.ie
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💼 Work Permits 🟢 Update 2025
Trusted Partner Initiative expanded for employment permits
DETE expanded accreditation for the Trusted Partner Initiative. Accredited employers get Critical Skills and General Employment Permits processed in 2–5 working days vs the standard 3-month wait.
📂 Source: enterprise.gov.ie
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