Atypical Working Scheme
Who it's for: For non-EEA people doing specialised, short-term work that other employment rules do not cover, plus some locum doctors and nurses in training.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Job offer needed: Yes
- Main fee: €250
- Family can join: No
- Can lead to permanent residence: No
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €250 | — | irishimmigration.ieOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
4 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededYesOfficial wording
“Letter from Irish based host body confirming offer of employment/internship”
Main fee€250Official wording
“you must pay a processing fee of €250 for each application under the Scheme”
Family can joinNoOfficial wording
“Family members may not accompany the person availing of this Scheme.”
Can lead to permanent residenceNoOfficial wording
“Permission granted under the Scheme is not reckonable when determining eligibility for Stamp 4 permission.”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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- Contract for Services Employment Permit
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- Exchange Agreement Employment Permit
- General Employment Permit
- Internship Employment Permit
- Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit
- Reactivation Employment Permit
- Scientific Researcher (Hosting Agreement)
- Sport and Cultural Employment Permit
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