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A right-to-work audit for Irish employers is a solicitor-handled review of your existing employee files to check that each non-EEA employee has valid permission to work. This service reviews your employee file, identifies compliance gaps and sets out remediation steps so issues can be dealt with before any inspection. It is for employers who want assurance that their records and processes are in order. Work of this kind is carried out by a solicitor regulated by the Law Society of Ireland. We are not a solicitor’s practice and do not provide it — to instruct a solicitor, use the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
What’s included
- A solicitor-handled right-to-work audit of your existing employee file
- Identification of compliance gaps
- Remediation steps to address any issues found
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- Employers with non-EEA staff on employment permits or other permissions
- Employers who have never formally checked their right-to-work records
- Businesses preparing for a potential inspection
- HR teams that inherited incomplete records
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- The solicitor then audits your employee file and identifies gaps and remediation steps.
- The completed work is delivered to you by email, with plain-English notes on what to do next.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a right-to-work audit 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.
Do Irish employers need to check permission to work?
Employers in Ireland must make sure that non-EEA employees have valid permission to work in the State. Checking and recording permissions helps show that you are meeting this obligation.
What happens if the audit finds a problem?
The solicitor sets out remediation steps so the issue can be addressed. The right response depends on the problem found, and some issues may need further advice.
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