Ireland Updates 2026 Work Permit Salary Requirements
Ireland has officially published the minimum annual salaries required for foreign nationals to qualify for three major work permit categories in 2026, with increases noted across all categories compared to previous years. For the General Employment Permit (GEP), the minimum annual remuneration threshold is set at €36,605, up from €34,000 in 2024 and 2025, marking an increase of over €2,600.
Home carers and care workers have a separate rate of €32,691 for 2026, which is 89.3% of the standard GEP threshold, rising from €27,000 in 2024 and €30,000 in 2025. The Critical Skills Employment Permit (CSEP), aimed at highly qualified professionals, now has a minimum salary of €40,909, an increase from €38,000 in the previous two years.
These thresholds apply at the point of application for new permits or renewals, ensuring that roles meet or exceed the updated salary requirements.
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