Freshness tracker · IEIreland

Reduced CSEP salary threshold for recent non-EEA graduates

In force Visa & immigration

A lower Critical Skills Employment Permit salary threshold was introduced for recent non-EEA graduates who have graduated in the previous 12 months with a relevant degree. Designed to retain international-student talent in the Irish labour market post-study.

Who it affects

Recent non-EEA graduates of Irish higher-education institutions transitioning to employment permits.

Sources

Primary: Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment ↗

Verified 2026-04-19 · methodology · report a correction