Ireland welcomes self-supporting retirees. The Stamp 0 visa is the standard route.
The Stamp 0 visa for retirees
- Minimum €50,000 annual income per person (€100,000 couple)
- Private medical insurance
- No access to employment
- Renewed annually for first 4 years
What to do, in order
- Check grandparent citizenship first — if you qualify, skip Stamp 0 entirely.
- Line up healthcare (Laya, VHI, Irish Life Health).
- Open Irish bank or Revolut.
- Consult on tax (remittance basis).
- Secure housing — rent first, buy after year one.
- Make an Irish will.
FAQs
Can I access the HSE?
Limited on Stamp 0. Full access typically with citizenship or long residency. Private insurance essential.
Can I bring US social security?
Yes. US-Ireland Social Security Agreement applies.
More: Visa Help
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