Immigration Rights
Visas, work permits, asylum and international protection, family reunification, citizenship, residency rights, and EU/EEA free movement under Irish law.
Visa Requirements and Entry
Whether you need a visa to enter Ireland depends on your nationality:EU/EEA and Swiss citizens: No visa required — you have the right to enter, live, and work in Ireland under EU free movement law.Non...
Immigration Registration (IRP Card)
All non-EEA nationals over 16 who stay in Ireland for more than 90 days must register with immigration and receive an Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card (formerly called a GNIB card).In Dublin, registr...
Employment Permits (Work Permits)
Non-EEA nationals generally need an employment permit to work in Ireland. The main types are:Critical Skills Employment Permit: For highly skilled occupations on the Critical Skills Occupations List (...
International Protection (Asylum)
If you are fleeing persecution or serious harm, you can apply for international protection in Ireland. This covers:Refugee status: If you have a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religio...
Family Reunification
If you have legal status in Ireland, you may be able to bring family members to join you. The rules depend on your immigration status:Refugees: Have a statutory right to family reunification for spous...
Irish Citizenship (Naturalisation)
You can become an Irish citizen through naturalisation if you meet the requirements:Residency: You must have lived in Ireland for 5 years out of the previous 9 years, with 1 continuous year of residen...
EU/EEA Free Movement Rights
If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss citizen, you have the right to:Enter Ireland with a valid passport or national identity card.Live in Ireland for up to 3 months without conditions.Stay beyond 3 months if...
Rights of Undocumented Migrants
Even if you are living in Ireland without immigration permission, you still have fundamental rights:Emergency medical care: You can access emergency hospital treatment.Education for children: All chil...