Get work visa in the Ireland after studies

Getting a work visa in Ireland after your studies depends on your qualification level and job opportunities. Ireland has a Third Level Graduate Scheme, which allows non-EU students to stay and work for:

• 1 year if you completed a level 8 degree (bachelor’s)

• 2 years if you completed a level 9+ degree (master’s, PhD)

During this period, you can work full-time (40 hours/week) and apply for a General Employment Permit or Critical Skills Employment Permit if you secure a job.

• Critical Skills Employment Permit (Easier to Get) – If your job is in a high-demand sector (e.g., IT, engineering, healthcare), you qualify more easily.

• General Employment Permit (More Competitive) – Available for other jobs but requires a minimum salary (€30,000+) and a labour market test in some cases.

Overall, getting a work visa is moderately tough—easier for in-demand skills but competitive for other fields.