Stamp 1 Immigration Permission
People allowed to work or run a business in Ireland on the basis of an employment permit or business scheme.
The Stamp 1 Immigration Permission is a Irish work & skilled visa. This guide covers who it's for, the key eligibility criteria, the indicative 2025 cost (~€300 IRP registration card) and processing time (Issued at registration; book via ISD), the route to permanent residence, common pitfalls and FAQs.
Who the Stamp 1 Immigration Permission is for
People allowed to work or run a business in Ireland on the basis of an employment permit or business scheme.
Time on Stamp 1 counts toward Stamp 4 long term residence after 5 years.
Stamp 1 Immigration Permission - eligibility criteria
- Hold a valid employment permit or qualifying business permission
- Have a single-entry long stay D visa if visa-required
- Register with immigration within 90 days of arrival
- Work only in the permitted role
- Maintain valid permission and renew on time
Stamp 1 Immigration Permission cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Stamp 1 Immigration Permission (Ireland) is ~€300 IRP registration card, with an indicative processing time of Issued at registration; book via ISD. Figures are for 2025 and may change - confirm at Irish Immigration Service.
| Type | Temporary |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | Register in person/online with ISD after arrival |
| Length of stay | Tied to the underlying permit (typically up to 2 years, renewable) |
| Work rights | Work for the employer named on your permit only |
| Study rights | Part-time study generally permitted |
| Government fee | ~€300 IRP registration card |
| Processing time | Issued at registration; book via ISD |
| Route to PR | Time on Stamp 1 counts toward Stamp 4 long term residence after 5 years. |
Pathway & next steps
Time on Stamp 1 counts toward Stamp 4 long term residence after 5 years.
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Common Stamp 1 Immigration Permission pitfalls we fix
Stamp 1 Immigration Permission - frequently asked questions
How much does the Stamp 1 Immigration Permission cost?
The Stamp 1 Immigration Permission government fee is ~€300 IRP registration card. Figures are indicative for 2025; always confirm current fees at Irish Immigration Service before applying.
How long does the Stamp 1 Immigration Permission take to process?
Indicative processing time is Issued at registration; book via ISD. Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Stamp 1 Immigration Permission lead to permanent residence?
Time on Stamp 1 counts toward Stamp 4 long term residence after 5 years.
Can I work on the Stamp 1 Immigration Permission?
Work rights: Work for the employer named on your permit only.
Who can apply for the Stamp 1 Immigration Permission?
People allowed to work or run a business in Ireland on the basis of an employment permit or business scheme.
Sources & official references
This guide is compiled from official Ireland government sources and is updated periodically. Eligibility, fees and processing times change - always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before you apply:
- Irish Immigration Service - official Ireland immigration authority