Ireland self-employment visa
1 current source-backed self-employment pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-07-14
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland Stamp 1 permission to operate a business or be self-employed | The Ireland self-employed route is for a person carrying out lawful independent business or professional activity; the applicant must hold required residence or work permission. | 2026-07-14 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland Stamp 1 permission to operate a business or be self-employed | Application fee (residence card, permission stamp1 irp) | 300 EUR | Official source |
| Ireland Stamp 1 permission to operate a business or be self-employed | First permit valid for | 12 months | Official source |
| Ireland Stamp 1 permission to operate a business or be self-employed | Can be renewed | yes | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland Stamp 1 permission to operate a business or be self-employed | The page requires a valid employment permit or an ISD letter stating that an employment permit is not required; business or self-employment must also be specified where applicable. | Official source |
| Ireland Stamp 1 permission to operate a business or be self-employed | Stamp 1 permits work or business activity only subject to the stated permission, employment-permit or letter conditions. | Official source |