Third Level Graduate Scheme (Stamp 1G) & Critical Skills Permit Requirements & Roadmap
Country: Ireland•Consular update: July 2026
Visa Fee$300 USD
Average SLA / Duration5 Weeks (4 to 8 weeks)
Approval Index87% Approval
Eligibility Requirements
Graduates with an honours degree (Level 8 = 1 year) or master/PhD (Level 9/10 = 2 years) from an Irish university (Stamp 1G), or job offer on the Critical Skills Occupations List with salary €38,000+.
Documents Checklist Drawer
Official statement of final exam results confirming degree conferral
Current valid Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card
Proof of medical insurance
Job offer in a Critical Skills eligible occupation (for Employment Permit route)
Step-by-Step Filing Roadmap
1
Receive official final exam results from your Irish university.
2
Book registration appointment with Irish Immigration to transition from Stamp 2 to Stamp 1G.
3
Pay the €300 IRP registration fee.
4
Receive Stamp 1G card granting full-time work rights (up to 40 hours/week).
5
Use Stamp 1G period to secure a Critical Skills Employment Permit with an employer.
Core Rejection Reasons
- •Applying for Stamp 1G after the 6-month post-results eligibility window.
- •Previous renewals exceeding the maximum allowable time on the graduate scheme.
Guide Navigation
1. Fees and Processing Times2. Eligibility Benchmarks3. Necessary Checklist files4. Roadmap Steps5. Refusal Prevention
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