Ireland · Skilled Worker Visa

Short stay employment visa

Official name Short stay employment visa (less than 90 days)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
6/10 diff
Challenging

For employment in Ireland of less than 90 days.

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

For employment in Ireland of less than 90 days.

At a Glance

Visa Duration
3 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
Difficulty
6/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18–65
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredYes

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Dublin
Single (monthly)€3,043
Family (monthly)€5,400
Rent 1BR (center)€2,500
Groceries€761
Transport pass€183
Cork
Single (monthly)€2,595
Family (monthly)€4,600
Rent 1BR (center)€2,000
Groceries€649
Transport pass€156
Galway
Single (monthly)€2,514
Family (monthly)€4,400
Rent 1BR (center)€1,850
Groceries€628
Transport pass€151

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Short stay employment visa (less than 90 days)?

For employment in Ireland of less than 90 days.

Are there alternative pathways to Ireland?

Yes. Ireland offers 14 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Ireland country page.

What is the cost of living in Ireland?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Dublin: €3,043/mo; Cork: €2,595/mo; Galway: €2,514/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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