02/06/2026
Thinking about moving to Ireland but confused about work permits? 🇮🇪🛑
The rules for moving to Ireland differ completely based on whether you're an EU citizen or not! For non-EU/British nationals, you must have both a visa and a work permit to legally reside and work in Ireland.
In this video, I clear up the most common points of confusion:
👉 Applying for a work permit first, then the Long Stay Category D Visa.
👉 CRUCIAL: You cannot switch from a visit visa to a work permit inside Ireland. You must return to your home country to re-apply.
We also touch on a special exception for family members of EU nationals. There's a nuance regarding the text on your residence card that I'll be explaining in my next video, so make sure you're tuned in!
👇 Drop a "GUIDE" below if you want a detailed breakdown of these rules!