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DETE's broad-access work permit, covering occupations that are not on the Critical Skills list and not on the Ineligible List of Occupations. A labour-market needs test is normally required, meaning the role must first be advertised to EEA workers.
Non-EEA workers with an Irish job offer in eligible occupations not covered by the Critical Skills permit.
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It is usually granted for up to two years initially and can be renewed for up to a further three years, giving a maximum of around five years before longer-term options.
Family members of General Employment Permit holders cannot get a dependant permit automatically; they must qualify for their own permission, and family reunification is subject to income conditions.
Yes. Occupations on the ineligible list cannot get a permit regardless of salary, and the role must also meet minimum salary thresholds to qualify.
You are normally expected to remain with your first employer for an initial period before moving, after which a change of employer requires a new permit for the new role.
The General Employment Permit is DETE's broad-access work permit for eligible occupations not covered by the Critical Skills list and not on the Ineligible List of Occupations. A labour-market needs test normally applies, so the role must first be advertised to EEA workers.
The Labour Market Needs Test requires the employer to advertise the job first to show no suitable EEA candidate is available, and it is required for most General Employment Permit applications.
After five consecutive years of lawful employment on employment permits, General Employment Permit holders may apply for Stamp 4 long-term residency.
