Freshness tracker · IEIreland

Third Level Graduate Programme retains 12- and 24-month permissions

In force Residency

Eligible level-8 graduates can receive 12 months on Stamp 1G. Eligible level-9 or higher graduates can receive up to 24 months in two 12-month blocks, subject to programme and student-pathway limits. Work is permitted but self-employment is not; another permission is required to remain after expiry.

Who it affects

Non-EEA graduates of qualifying Irish programmes.

Sources

Primary: ISD — student permission and Third Level Graduate Programme ↗

Verified 2026-08-02 · methodology