Visa income requirements in Ireland 2026
The official minimum income or salary for each Ireland visa we cover, calculated from the official rule, with a calculator for family members and other currencies.
| Visa or permit | Main applicant, a month | A year | Family of 4, a month | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Skills Employment Permit – Occupations on the Critical Skills Occupations List | €3,408.67 | €40,904 | not set | official, 10 October 2026 |
| Critical Skills Employment Permit – Critical skills occupation, qualified in the last 12 months | €3,070.67 | €36,848 | not set | official, 10 October 2026 |
| Critical Skills Employment Permit – Other eligible occupations | €5,742.58 | €68,911 | not set | official, 10 October 2026 |
Monthly amounts for annual thresholds are the annual amount divided by 12. "× 14": the amount is paid 14 times a year. "Not set": the official rule sets no amount for family members (see each page).
Not immigration or legal advice. These are the minimum amounts written in the official rules on the date we checked them. Requirements change, and consulates and immigration offices can ask for more or assess your documents differently: always check the official page or ask the consulate before you apply.
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