Stamp 0
No workShort, temporary stays for people who support themselves. For example retired people and visiting academics.
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Can I work on Stamp 0?
No. You cannot work or run a business, unless your letter of permission says you can.What this means for you
- You cannot work or run a business, unless your letter of permission says you can.
- You must support yourself fully, or your sponsor in Ireland must.
- You cannot get state benefits or use publicly funded services, such as public hospitals.
- You must have private medical insurance.
- You must apply for Stamp 0 and be granted it before you can register.
Who gets Stamp 0
- People retiring to Ireland with their own income
- Visiting academics at an Irish university or college
- Elderly dependent relatives of an Irish citizen or of a non-EU resident
Registering
Register your permission within 90 days of arriving. The fee is €300, unless you do not have to pay. You then get an Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card by post.
Where this information comes from
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- Immigration permission/stampsImmigration Service Delivery
This is a summary, not legal advice. Your own letter of permission is the final word.