Third Level Graduate Programme
Who it's for: For non-EEA graduates of an Irish higher education course who are legally resident and want to stay to look for graduate-level work.
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: No
- Minimum education: Bachelor's degree
- Main fee: €300
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €300 | — | 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
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Job offer neededNoOfficial wording
“This time is given to allow graduates to work 40 hours a week without an employment permit and seek an employment permit based job.”
Minimum educationBachelor's degreeOfficial wording
“hold a level 8 or level 9 award from a recognised Irish awarding body”
Main fee€300Official wording
“You must pay a fee of €300 per person to register.”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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