Irish immigration, explained as it changes.
Permits, salary thresholds, processing times and the graduate route move constantly. We track the official announcements and translate them into what they actually mean for your move to Ireland.
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Minister Brophy announces initiative to facilitate customers travelling during the summer months
Minister Brophy announces initiative to facilitate customers travelling during the summer monthsThe Immigration Services Registration Office Burgh Quay Dublin is currently experiencing a very large volume of…
Minister Brophy announces interim Notice to Employers regarding renewal of registration
The Immigration Services Registration Office Burgh Quay Dublin is currently experiencing a very large volume of applications with a current processing time to renew an Irish Residence Permit (IRP) car
Update for Beneficiaries of the Afghan Admission Programme
The Afghan Admissions Programme Details of the closed Afghan Admissions can be found here: The Afghan Admission Programme Information Page Renewal of permission to remain for Beneficiaries of the Afgh
Irish Work Permit Processing Times: Where DETE Stands in July 2026
As of early July 2026, DETE is processing Critical Skills applications from late June and General Permit applications from late May. Here is how to read the dates and plan your timeline.
Information on online renewal timelines
Current online renewal timelines Extended wait times from an online renewal application being submitted to being reached for processing can be frustrating for applicants. Immigration Service Delivery
Landing in Ireland: The Arrival Guide for Every Stamp and Route
Whether you arrive on a work permit, to study, as a graduate, or to join family, your first job is to register your immigration permission and get your IRP. Here is the arrival guide for every stamp.
Amendments to Policy on Non-EEA Family Reunification
With effect from 12 June 2026, amendments have been made to the revised non-EEA Family Reunification Policy and to Family Reunification for those granted International Protection. The main changes for
Upcoming Citizenship Ceremony – Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd of June 2026
The next ceremonies are taking place on Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd of June 2026 at the INEC, Killarney, Co. Kerry . Please do not contact us in this regard as we are not in a position to confirm inv
From Graduation to a Work Permit: Making the Most of Stamp 1G in Ireland
The Third Level Graduate Programme lets non-EEA graduates stay and work in Ireland after their studies. Here is how Stamp 1G works and how to turn it into a longer-term permit.
Changes to acknowledgement of posted documents
ISD are currently receiving a high number of applications and postal items. To help us make decisions as quickly as possible, we are focusing on processing cases for decision and streamlining some of our background…
Call for Proposals 2026: Provision of Representatives for Unaccompanied Minors Entering the State and Applying for International Protection. (Pilot Programme)
The Department of Justice Home Affairs and Migration, as part of its implementation of the EU Migration Pact, must undertake to provide representatives for Unaccompanied Minors who enter the State, se
The establishment of the Single Person Committee of Inquiry
The Single Person Committee of Inquiry (SPC) was established in 2020 following the Supreme Court judgment in AP v Minister for Justice [2019] IESC 74 and specifically applied to applications for natur
English Language Students Stamp 2 Bridging Permission 2026 Update
ISD announces bridging permission for English Language course students who have successfully completed a 2nd or 3rd course and subsequently enrolled in a Higher Education Programme commencing by end of October…
Upcoming Citizenship Ceremonies Cancelled – Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th of April 2026
Ceremonies scheduled for Tuesday 14 th and Wednesday 15 th of April 2026 at the INEC, Killarney, Co. Kerry have been cancelled . All invitees have been informed via email and will soon be contacted wi
Important Update: Changes to How You Sign in to the ISD customer service portal
We are improving security on our Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) Customer Service portal. Soon, when you sign in, you will be asked to confirm your identity with an extra step. This extra step is c
New Salary Thresholds for Irish Work Permits: What the 2030 Roadmap Means for You
Ireland's minimum salary thresholds for employment permits rose on 1 March 2026 and will keep climbing gradually to 2030. Here is what employers and applicants need to plan for.
Notice for Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection and Employers
The Irish Minister for Justice, Home Affairs & Migration has extended immigration permissions for all people who are Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection up to 4th March 2027. This extension applies
How Ireland Now Sets Work Permit Rules: The Occupations Lists Review and Indexation
Behind the salary changes sits a quieter shift in how Ireland decides who can get a permit, from indexed thresholds to a rolling review of the occupations lists. Here is what to watch.
Upcoming Citizenship Ceremony – Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th of April 2026
Update 13th April 2026. Please note that the Citizenship Ceremony which was scheduled for Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th of April 2026 at the INEC, Killarney, Co. Kerry has been cancelled . Click her
ISD announce extension to Travel Confirmation Notice
Immigration Services are currently experiencing a backlog in processing registrations. Following the completion of a registration, it may take a further two weeks to receive an Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card via…
New Permit Quotas for Meat Processing and Dairy: What Agri-Food Employers Should Know
DETE reopened General Employment Permit quotas for meat processing operatives and dairy farm assistants in December 2025. Here is what the new numbers mean and how to act quickly.
Ukrainian Temporary Permission Renewals: Applications to renew temporary protection to 2026 are now closed. Instructions for renewing to 2027 will issue shortly
Ukrainian Temporary Permission Renewals: Applications to renew temporary protection to 2026 are now closed. Instructions for renewing to 2027 will issue shortly
Temporary Protection for Ukrainian Nationals assistance with the administration of applications call for proposals 2025
Temporary Protection for Ukrainian NationalsAssistance with the administration of applicationsCall for proposals 2025The Department of Justice Ukraine Response Team has a contracted service in place since March 2022…
Changes to citizenship for people granted International Protection
Following Government approval of proposed policy changes and legislative developments relating to international protection and citizenship, the following change will come into effect from Monday, 8 December 2025:…
ISD extends initiative to facilitate customers travelling at Christmas
ISD extends initiative to facilitate customers travelling at ChristmasImmigration Services are currently experiencing a backlog in processing registrations. Following the completion of a registration, it may take a…
Right to work for Minor Children of Employment Permit Holders
As an outcome of the Non-EEA Family Reunification Policy review, dependant minor children of Critical Skills Employment Permit, General Employment Permit and Intra-Corporate Transferee Irish Employment Permit…
Technical issue with online application system between 24 – 29 October 2025
07 November 2025: Update on technical issue with online application system between 24 – 29 October 2025 Further to the notice below, Immigration Service Delivery are aware of all affected applicants who submitted…
Upcoming Citizenship Ceremony – Monday 1st and Tuesday 2nd of December 2025
The next citizenship ceremonies will take place on Monday 1 December and Tuesday 2 December 2025 at the INEC, Killarney, Co. Kerry . Invitations If you are due to receive an invitation, it will be sen
First time Registration Appointments and Immigration Permission Renewals – Important Notice
First Registration AppointmentsThe Registration Office is currently experiencing an exceptionally high demand for first time registration appointments, and we are aware that availability is severely limited.…
Customer Service Portal – Login Issues
We are aware of difficulties that are affecting some customers when attempting to login to the Customer Service Portal.We are currently investigating an issue in relation to the multi-factor authentication that is…
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