Contract for Services Employment Permit
Allows foreign contractors with a contract to provide services to an Irish entity to transfer non-EEA employees to work on an Irish project.
Who this pathway suits
Contractors and consulting firms delivering services in Ireland.
Eligibility at a glance
- Service contract between foreign employer and Irish company
- Employee employed with contractor for at least 6 months
- Labour Market Needs Test required
How the process works
- Apply via EPOS with service contract documentation
- Issued for duration of contract up to 5 years
Documents you will typically need
- Service contract, employment proof, LMNT advertising evidence
What to keep in mind
Worker remains an employee of the overseas contractor.
Official source: DETE — Contract for Services. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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