- Stamp 1G lets eligible graduates of Irish institutions stay to work and look for a job.
- Level 8 graduates usually get 12 months; level 9 and above usually get up to 24 months in total.
- You can work full time on Stamp 1G.
- Use the time to move to a Critical Skills or General Employment Permit.
Ireland is popular with Indian students because it is English speaking and home to many tech companies. The step that turns a degree into a career there is Stamp 1G.
What Stamp 1G is
The Third Level Graduate Programme lets non-EEA students who graduate from an Irish higher education institution stay in Ireland to look for work and to work. It is not a work permit for a specific employer, so you can work for anyone during that time.
How long it lasts
Check the current conditions on the official page, because the programme has limits on how often you can use it.
Plan your move to an employment permit
- Target employers who already hire permit holders. Large tech, pharma and finance employers are used to the process.
- Check the critical skills list. Jobs on it qualify for the Critical Skills Employment Permit at a lower salary.
- Apply early. Permit processing takes time, so don't wait for the last months of your Stamp 1G.
Common questions
Can I get Stamp 1G with a degree from India?
No. It is for graduates of Irish institutions.
Can my spouse work?
Spouses of Critical Skills permit holders can usually work. On Stamp 1G, check the current family rules.
Does Ireland have the EU Blue Card?
No. Ireland uses its own employment permits.
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