In 2025, Ireland has introduced new measures to streamline its visa policies, aiming to attract skilled international workers, including from Nigeria, to address labor shortages. The reforms primarily focus on sectors such as technology, healthcare, and renewable energy, where there is a significant demand for qualified professionals.
A key aspect of the new policy is the Critical Skills Employment Permit (CSEP), which now includes an expanded Critical Skills Occupations List (CSOL) and introduces quota-based work permits to address skill shortages. This will allow professionals in high-demand fields to apply for permanent residency after holding a CSEP for two years.
Alongside the CSEP, Ireland has also introduced the General Employment Permit, simplifying the application process for skilled workers in non-critical occupations. Applicants for this permit must have a job offer and a salary of at least €30,000 annually.
Additionally, the new regulations include the Dependent/Partner/Spouse Employment Permit, allowing family members of CSEP holders to work without needing their own job offer. The Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit also enables employees of multinational corporations to transfer to Irish branches with specific salary requirements.
These changes are part of Ireland's efforts to meet its workforce needs and provide better opportunities for international talent seeking to work and settle in Ireland. To apply, applicants must identify the appropriate visa type, gather necessary documents, and submit applications through Ireland’s Employment Permits Online System (EPOS).
