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A right-to-work compliance pack for Irish employers provides the documents HR teams need to check and record employees’ permission to work. This pack, of the kind a solicitor prepares, includes a branded right-to-work policy, a pre-employment checklist, an employee declaration form, an audit log template, a quick-reference guide to immigration stamps and IRP card categories, and a 30-minute call with a solicitor. It is for Irish SMEs and corporates who need a credible paper trail, particularly where they hold employment permits for staff.
What’s included
- Right-to-work policy document, branded to your company, ready for your employee handbook
- Pre-employment right-to-work check checklist for HR
- Employee right-to-work declaration form
- Audit log template to record checks and renewals
- Quick-reference guide to acceptable immigration permission stamps and IRP card categories
- 30-minute call with a solicitor to walk through the pack and answer questions
- 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
- Irish employers hiring non-EEA staff
- Employers holding employment permits for staff
- HR teams that need a consistent checking process
- Businesses preparing for an inspection or due diligence exercise
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.
- A solicitor would then prepare the pack for your business and arranges the 30-minute walkthrough call.
- 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 compliance pack 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.
Why do Irish employers need to check permission to work?
Employers must make sure that non-EEA employees have valid permission to work in the State. A documented process helps show compliance during an inspection or due diligence.
What does the audit log do?
It lets you record each check and upcoming renewal dates, so that permissions do not lapse unnoticed.
For more on Irish immigration, visas and citizenship, see our Immigration & Citizenship in Ireland guide.
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