Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit
Facilitates the temporary transfer of senior management, key personnel, or trainees from an overseas branch to an affiliated Irish company.
Who this pathway suits
Executives and key specialists in multinational corporations.
Eligibility at a glance
- Employed with foreign entity for minimum 6 months (1 month for trainees)
- Salary minimum €46,000 for key personnel/managers; €34,000 for trainees
- Qualifying corporate relationship between entities
How the process works
- Submit application via EPOS
- Granted for up to 5 years (1 year for trainees)
Documents you will typically need
- Corporate affiliation records, overseas employment proof, contract
What to keep in mind
Temporary permit that does not lead directly to Stamp 4; workers can switch to CSEP or GEP.
Official source: DETE — Intra-Company Transfer. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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