If you’ve already been invited for a position in a local company in Ireland, you’re already halfway your journey in establishing your career in the country. If you belong to an EU/EEA country, then you won’t have to worry about documentation and you may immediately progress with your work application. You may also check this link if your country still needs to process a visa to visit Ireland. However, if you have a third nationality, you will have to secure an employment permit, before applying for an Irish Employment Visa which are also called ‘D’ Visas. You will also have to prepare the following documents.

• An accomplished Irish Visa Application form
• A passport valid for at least 12 months after your date of arrival in Ireland
• 2 photos following the photo requirements and specifications in getting an Irish Visa
• A signed letter of application outlining your reason for going to Ireland and details of your stay, and a statement saying you will leave the state on the expiry of your permit
• Letter from the employer in Ireland
• Employment Permit
• Employment contract if available
• Evidence of qualifications and previous work experience
• Up to date banks statement
• Policy of medical / travel insurance that extends to Ireland
• Other supporting documents the embassy may deem necessary for your type of application

How to apply:

• Secure Employment Permit by following instructions in this link.
• Prepare all your documents and have them in soft copies too in case you’re asked to submit online.
• Once you’ve secured employment permit, visit this link for the online Visa/Preclearance Application.
• Once you’ve accomplished the online application, book an appointment through the Visa Application Centre (VAC) or appointment booking portal, found after your preclearance.