Stamp 5
Work, no permit neededPermission to stay without a time limit ("without condition as to time"). You can apply after 8 years of legal residence.
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Can I work on Stamp 5?
Yes. You can work in Ireland without an employment permit.What this means for you
- You can live and work in Ireland without an employment permit.
- It does not give you a right to any particular public service. Each service decides.
- You can apply after 8 years (96 months) of legal residence.
- Stamp 5 lasts until your passport expires. Keep your passport valid.
- Time on Stamp 5 counts towards citizenship.
Who gets Stamp 5
- People with 8 years (96 months) of legal residence in Ireland
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
- Without condition as to time (Stamp 5)Immigration Service Delivery
This is a summary, not legal advice. Your own letter of permission is the final word.