Stamp 5
Immigration stamps allow non-EEA nationals to live, work, study, invest, and conduct business in Ireland. Each stamp comes with specific conditions, but Stamp 5 is unique, offering permission to remain in Ireland without any time restrictions. It is often granted to individuals who have been legally resident in Ireland for a long period, allowing them to stay and work freely without the need for employment permits. Stamp 5 holders also have greater flexibility in accessing services and pursuing business or investment opportunities, making it one of the most advantageous immigration permissions available.
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Working in Ireland: Who Needs a Permit?
Stamp 5 permission allows you to live and work in Ireland without requiring an Employment Permit. However, it does not automatically grant access to public services or funding, as eligibility is determined by the relevant Government Department or State agency. All applicants must have legal residence in Ireland before applying.
Prospective applicants must have lawful residence in Ireland to apply.Conditions Attached to Stamp 5
Holders of Stamp 5 in Ireland must adhere to the following conditions:
- Comply with all Irish laws and regulations.
- Avoid involvement in any criminal activity.
- Maintain continuous residence in Ireland. Continuous residency generally means living in the State for the period covered by the temporary permission to remain. However, reasonable absences are allowed for holidays, exceptional family circumstances, or business/employment commitments outside Ireland, provided the primary residence remains within the State.
- Make reasonable efforts to remain employed and not become an undue burden on the State.
- Understand that Stamp 5 permission does not automatically grant related persons, such as family members, the right to enter or remain in Ireland.
The following stamps can be counted when applying for a Stamp 5:
- Stamp 1
- Stamp 1G
- Stamp 3
- Stamp 4
- Stamp 4S
The following stamps are not considered when applying for Stamp 5:
- Stamp 4 EUFam
- Stamp 0
- Student Stamps (Stamp 2 or Stamp 2A)
- Temporary Registered Doctor’s Stamp 4
- Trainee Accountants Stamp 1A
- Intra-Company Transfer Stamp 4
- Spouse or dependent of an Intra-Company Transfer (Stamp 3)
- Temporary visitor permission granted at the port of entry
- Cancelled stamps
Processing Time
Applications currently take a minimum of six months to process. Each application is reviewed in the order it is received and assessed on its individual merits.
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Ireland with Stamp 5.
Stamp 5 allows long-term residents to live and work freely in Ireland without time restrictions, offering greater flexibility for business, employment, and accessing services.
