Guide only — this matter needs a solicitor. Under Irish law this work must be carried out by a solicitor, so it is not sold on this site. The information below explains what is involved so you can brief a solicitor with confidence.
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Our Employment Permit renewal service in Ireland is a solicitor-handled service for employees and employers who need to renew an existing permit. It covers Critical Skills, General Employment Permit (GEP), Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) and Contract for Services permits. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate before starting.
What’s included
- solicitor-handled Employment Permit renewal covering Critical Skills, GEP, ICT and Contract for Services permits
- Eligibility verified
- Supporting documents prepared
- DETE submission tracked
Who this is for
This service is typically used by people in situations such as these:
- An employee whose current employment permit is coming up for renewal
- An employer who wants renewal paperwork prepared correctly for a permit holder
- A worker on a Critical Skills, GEP, ICT or Contract for Services permit who is unsure what is needed
- Someone who wants the renewal application tracked after it is submitted
Every matter is different, so a short questionnaire and a solicitor’s review would typically confirm that this service suits your circumstances before the work goes further. Please have your key details and documents to hand when you contact a solicitor, and if you are unsure whether this is the right service, mention that in your enquiry so it can be discussed with you at the outset.
How it works
- Send an enquiry through the site, or contact the firm by email or phone, and the price and next steps are confirmed with you.
- Complete a short questionnaire with your details and the background to your matter.
- A solicitor reviews your matter and verifies eligibility, prepares your supporting documents and tracks the submission to the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE).
- Your documents and any update are delivered to you by email.
Online ordering for this service is currently paused, so you start by sending an enquiry. Renewal decisions are made by the relevant Irish authorities, and no particular outcome is guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an employment permit renewal cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
Which employment permits can be renewed with this service?
The service covers Critical Skills, General Employment Permit (GEP), Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) and Contract for Services permits.
What happens after my renewal is submitted?
The DETE submission is tracked as part of the service, and you are updated by email.
For wider background on this area, read our Ireland immigration and citizenship guide.
If you would like to be told when solicitor services are available again on this site, you can join our no-fee waiting list. To instruct a solicitor now, use the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.