Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit
Senior managers, key personnel or trainees transferred from an overseas branch to an Irish company in the same group.
The Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit is a Irish work & skilled visa. This guide covers who it's for, the key eligibility criteria, the indicative 2025 cost (~€500 (up to 6 months) / €1,000 (up to 24 months)) and processing time (~4-8 weeks (current processing dates published by DETE)), the route to permanent residence, common pitfalls and FAQs.
Who the Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit is for
Senior managers, key personnel or trainees transferred from an overseas branch to an Irish company in the same group.
ICT time generally does not count toward Stamp 4; switch to another permit for residence.
Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit - eligibility criteria
- Employed by the foreign entity for at least 6 months (12 for trainees)
- Transferring to a linked Irish company in the same group
- Minimum salary of €46,000 (€30,000 for trainees)
- Senior management, key personnel or trainee role
- Foreign and Irish companies are part of the same group
Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit (Ireland) is ~€500 (up to 6 months) / €1,000 (up to 24 months), with an indicative processing time of ~4-8 weeks (current processing dates published by DETE). Figures are for 2025 and may change - confirm at Irish Immigration Service.
| Type | Temporary |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | Online via DETE Employment Permits Online System (EPOS) |
| Length of stay | Up to 5 years (2 years for trainees) |
| Work rights | Work only for the Irish host company in the group |
| Study rights | Not the purpose of the permit |
| Government fee | ~€500 (up to 6 months) / €1,000 (up to 24 months) |
| Processing time | ~4-8 weeks (current processing dates published by DETE) |
| Route to PR | ICT time generally does not count toward Stamp 4; switch to another permit for residence. |
Pathway & next steps
ICT time generally does not count toward Stamp 4; switch to another permit for residence.
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Common Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit pitfalls we fix
Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit - frequently asked questions
How much does the Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit cost?
The Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit government fee is ~€500 (up to 6 months) / €1,000 (up to 24 months). Figures are indicative for 2025; always confirm current fees at Irish Immigration Service before applying.
How long does the Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit take to process?
Indicative processing time is ~4-8 weeks (current processing dates published by DETE). Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit lead to permanent residence?
ICT time generally does not count toward Stamp 4; switch to another permit for residence.
Can I work on the Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit?
Work rights: Work only for the Irish host company in the group.
Who can apply for the Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit?
Senior managers, key personnel or trainees transferred from an overseas branch to an Irish company in the same group.
Sources & official references
This guide is compiled from official Ireland government sources and is updated periodically. Eligibility, fees and processing times change - always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before you apply:
- Irish Immigration Service - official Ireland immigration authority