What minimum salary do I need for an Ireland Critical Skills Employment Permit as an international graduate?
For a role on the Critical Skills List with a degree-level qualification, the base salary is typically at least EUR 40,904. A reduced threshold of EUR 36,848 applies to international students who apply within 12 months of graduating from an Irish third-level institution. Check the official page for current figures.
The base salary for the Ireland Critical Skills Employment Permit is at least EUR 40,904 (approx INR 43.56 L), and a lower threshold applies if you apply soon after graduating. Salary limits can be revised, so check the official page.
Salary Thresholds
| Situation | Minimum base salary |
|---|---|
| Standard threshold (Critical Skills List role, degree-level qualification) | EUR 40,904 (approx INR 43.56 L) base salary |
| International graduate applying within 12 months of graduating from an Irish third-level institution | EUR 36,848 (approx INR 39.24 L) base salary |
Other Requirements
- The salary excludes bonuses and allowances.
- The employer must be registered in Ireland.
- The contract must be permanent or at least 2 years if fixed-term.
- At least 50 percent of employees need to be EEA nationals, which may be waived for certain start-ups supported by Enterprise Ireland or IDA Ireland.
- The position must not be on the Ineligible Categories of Employment list.
My Advice
Match your job offer against both the Critical Skills List and the salary line before you accept. Thresholds can change, so confirm the current amounts on the official Irish government page.
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