Ireland has revised its work visa policies to address the increasing skill shortages. The new regulations took effect on January 1, 2025, and aim to attract highly skilled workers from around the globe. The updated policies expand the General Employment Permit and the Critical Skills Employment Permit to cover a wider range of occupations.
These permits allow employers to hire non-EU workers in sectors experiencing labour shortages. The Labour Market Needs Test, which requires employers to demonstrate that they cannot find suitable candidates within the EU, has been relaxed for certain occupations. This change is intended to facilitate the hiring of non-EU workers in areas with significant skill gaps.
Eligible occupations under the revised policies include information and communication technology (ICT) professionals, healthcare professionals, engineers, financial services professionals, as well as data scientists and analysts.
These roles are in high demand in Ireland, and the revised policies aim to attract highly skilled workers to fill them. Employers wishing to hire non-EU workers must apply to the relevant authorities. The application process includes obtaining approval for the Labour Market Needs Test (if required), submitting an application for either the General Employment Permit or Critical Skills Employment Permit, and paying the applicable fees.
Ireland's updated work visa policies are designed to address the growing skill shortages in the country. By offering employers greater flexibility to hire highly skilled workers from around the world, these changes aim to stimulate economic growth and development in Ireland.
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