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Terms and Conditions Last updated: December 11, 2024 Please read these terms and conditions carefully before using Our Service. 1. Interpretation and Definitions 1.1. Interpretation The words of which the initial letter is capitalised have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural. 1.2. Definitions For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions: Affiliate means an entity that controls, is controlled by or is under common control with a party, where "control" means ownership of 50% or more of the shares, equity interest or other securities entitled to vote for election of directors or other managing authority. Country refers to: Ireland Company (referred to as either "the Company", "We", "Us" or "Our" in this Agreement) refers to Future Direct Professional Services Limited, 4-5 Future Direct, Burton Hall Rd, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 A094 . Device means any device that can access the Service such as a computer, a cellphone or a digital tablet. Feedback means feedback, innovations or suggestions sent by You regarding the attributes, performance or features of our Service. Service refers to the Website. Terms and Conditions (also referred as "Terms") mean these Terms and Conditions that form the entire agreement between You and the Company regarding the use of the Service. Third-party Social Media Service means any services or content (including data, information, products or services) provided by a third-party that may be displayed, included or made available by the Service. Website refers to Future Direct, accessible from https://www.futuredirect.ie/ You means the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company, or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable. 2. Acknowledgment These are the Terms and Conditions governing the use of this Service and the agreement that operates between You and the Company. These Terms and Conditions set out the rights and obligations of all users regarding the use of the Service. Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned on Your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms and Conditions. These Terms and Conditions apply to all visitors, users and others who access or use the Service. By accessing or using the Service You agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If You disagree with any part of these Terms and Conditions then You may not access the Service. You represent that you are over the age of 18. The Company does not permit those under 18 to use the Service. Your access to and use of the Service is also conditioned on Your acceptance of and compliance with the Privacy Policy of the Company. Our Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your personal information when You use the Application or the Website and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You. Please read Our Privacy Policy carefully before using Our Service. 3. Intellectual Property The Service and its original content (excluding Content provided by You or other users), features and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of the Company and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws of both the Country and foreign countries. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without the prior written consent of the Company. 4. Your Feedback to Us You assign all rights, title and interest in any Feedback You provide the Company. If for any reason such assignment is ineffective, You agree to grant the Company a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty free, worldwide right and license to use, reproduce, disclose, sub-license, distribute, modify and exploit such Feedback without restriction. 5. Links to Other Websites Our Service may contain links to third-party web sites or services that are not owned or controlled by the Company. The Company has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third party web sites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that the Company shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods or services available on or through any such web sites or services. We strongly advise You to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party web sites or services that You visit. 6. Termination We may terminate or suspend Your access immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if You breach these Terms and Conditions. Upon termination, Your right to use the Service will cease immediately. 7. Limitation of Liability Notwithstanding any damages that You might incur, the entire liability of the Company and any of its suppliers under any provision of this Terms and Your exclusive remedy for all of the foregoing shall be limited to the amount actually paid by You through the Service or 100 USD if You haven't purchased anything through the Service. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall the Company or its suppliers be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever (including, but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, loss of data or other information, for business interruption, for personal injury, loss of privacy arising out of or in any way related to the use of or inability to use the Service, third-party software and/or third-party hardware used with the Service, or otherwise in connection with any provision of this Terms), even if the Company or any supplier has been advised of the possibility of such damages and even if the remedy fails of its essential purpose. Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, which means that some of the above limitations may not apply. In these states, each party's liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law. 8. "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Disclaimer The Service is provided to You "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" and with all faults and defects without warranty of any kind. To the maximum extent permitted under applicable law, the Company, on its own behalf and on behalf of its Affiliates and its and their respective licensors and service providers, expressly disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory or otherwise, with respect to the Service, including all implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title and non-infringement, and warranties that may arise out of course of dealing, course of performance, usage or trade practice. Without limitation to the foregoing, the Company provides no warranty or undertaking, and makes no representation of any kind that the Service will meet Your requirements, achieve any intended results, be compatible or work with any other software, applications, systems or services, operate without interruption, meet any performance or reliability standards or be error free or that any errors or defects can or will be corrected. Without limiting the foregoing, neither the Company nor any of the company's provider makes any representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied: (i) as to the operation or availability of the Service, or the information, content, and materials or products included thereon; (ii) that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free; (iii) as to the accuracy, reliability, or currency of any information or content provided through the Service; or (iv) that the Service, its servers, the content, or e-mails sent from or on behalf of the Company are free of viruses, scripts, trojan horses, worms, malware, timebombs or other harmful components. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain types of warranties or limitations on applicable statutory rights of a consumer, so some or all of the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to You. But in such a case the exclusions and limitations set forth in this section shall be applied to the greatest extent enforceable under applicable law. 9. Governing Law The laws of the Country, excluding its conflicts of law rules, shall govern this Terms and Your use of the Service. Your use of the Application may also be subject to other local, state, national, or international laws. 10. Disputes Resolution If You have any concern or dispute about the Service, You agree to first try to resolve the dispute informally by contacting the Company. 11. For European Union (EU) Users If You are a European Union consumer, you will benefit from any mandatory provisions of the law of the country in which you are resident in. 12. United States Legal Compliance You represent and warrant that (i) You are not located in a country that is subject to the United States government embargo, or that has been designated by the United States government as a "terrorist supporting" country, and (ii) You are not listed on any United States government list of prohibited or restricted parties. 13. Severability and Waiver 13.1. Severability If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. 13.2. Waiver Except as provided herein, the failure to exercise a right or to require performance of an obligation under these Terms shall not effect a party's ability to exercise such right or require such performance at any time thereafter nor shall the waiver of a breach constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach. 14. Translation Interpretation These Terms and Conditions may have been translated if We have made them available to You on our Service. You agree that the original English text shall prevail in the case of a dispute. 15. Changes to These Terms and Conditions We reserve the right, at Our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material We will make reasonable efforts to provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at Our sole discretion. By continuing to access or use Our Service after those revisions become effective, You agree to be bound by the revised terms. If You do not agree to the new terms, in whole or in part, please stop using the website and the Service. 16. Contact Us If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, You can contact us: By email: info@futuredirect.ie By visiting this page on our website: https://www.futuredirect.ie/contact-us By phone number: +35315134085 By mail: Future Direct, 4-5, Burton Hall Rd, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 A094 Cookies Policy Last updated: September 15, 2023 This Cookies Policy explains what Cookies are and how We use them. You should read this policy so You can understand what type of cookies We use, or the information We collect using Cookies and how that information is used. Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user, but personal information that we store about You may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from Cookies. For further information on how We use, store and keep your personal data secure, see our Privacy Policy . We do not store sensitive personal information, such as mailing addresses, account passwords, etc. in the Cookies We use. 1. Interpretation and Definitions 1.1. Interpretation The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural. 1.2. Definitions For the purposes of this Cookies Policy: Company (referred to as either "the Company", "We", "Us" or "Our" in this Cookies Policy) refers to Future Direct Professional Services Limited, 4-5 Future Direct, Burton Hall Rd, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 A094 . Cookies means small files that are placed on Your computer, mobile device or any other device by a website, containing details of your browsing history on that website among its many uses. Website refers to Future Direct, accessible from https://www.futuredirect.ie/ You means the individual accessing or using the Website, or a company, or any legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Website, as applicable. 2. The use of the Cookies 2.1. Type of Cookies We Use Cookies can be "Persistent" or "Session" Cookies. Persistent Cookies remain on your personal computer or mobile device when You go offline, while Session Cookies are deleted as soon as You close your web browser. We use both session and persistent Cookies for the purposes set out below: Necessary / Essential Cookies Type: Session Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies are essential to provide You with services available through the Website and to enable You to use some of its features. They help to authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of user accounts. Without these Cookies, the services that You have asked for cannot be provided, and We only use these Cookies to provide You with those services. Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies identify if users have accepted the use of cookies on the Website. Functionality Cookies Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies allow us to remember choices You make when You use the Website, such as remembering your login details or language preference. The purpose of these Cookies is to provide You with a more personal experience and to avoid You having to re-enter your preferences every time You use the Website. Tracking and Performance Cookies Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Third-Parties Purpose: These Cookies are used to track information about traffic to the Website and how users use the Website. The information gathered via these Cookies may directly or indirectly identify you as an individual visitor. This is because the information collected is typically linked to a pseudonymous identifier associated with the device you use to access the Website. We may also use these Cookies to test new pages, features or new functionality of the Website to see how our users react to them. Targeting and Advertising Cookies Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Third-Parties Purpose: These Cookies track your browsing habits to enable Us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to You. These Cookies use information about your browsing history to group You with other users who have similar interests. Based on that information, and with Our permission, third party advertisers can place Cookies to enable them to show adverts which We think will be relevant to your interests while You are on third party websites. Social Media Cookies Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Third-Parties Purpose: In addition to Our own Cookies, We may also use various third party plug-ins from social media networking websites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Google+ to report usage statistics of the Website and to provide social media features. These third party plug-ins may store Cookies. We do not control these Social Media Cookies. Please refer to the relevant social media networking's website privacy policies for information about their cookies. 3. Your Choices Regarding Cookies If You prefer to avoid the use of Cookies on the Website, first You must disable the use of Cookies in your browser and then delete the Cookies saved in your browser associated with this website. You may use this option for preventing the use of Cookies at any time. If You do not accept Our Cookies, You may experience some inconvenience in your use of the Website and some features may not function properly. If You'd like to delete Cookies or instruct your web browser to delete or refuse Cookies, please visit the help pages of your web browser. For the Chrome web browser, please visit this page from Google: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050 For the Internet Explorer web browser, please visit this page from Microsoft: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/278835 For the Firefox web browser, please visit this page from Mozilla: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/delete-cookies-remove-info-websites-stored For the Safari web browser, please visit this page from Apple: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac For any other web browser, please visit your web browser's official web pages. 4. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, You can contact us: By email: info@futuredirect.ie By visiting this page on our website: https://www.futuredirect.ie/contact-us By phone number: +35315134085 By mail: Future Direct, 4-5, Burton Hall Rd, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 A094 Disclaimer Last updated: September 15, 2023 1. Interpretation and Definitions 1.1. Interpretation The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural. 1.2. Definitions For the purposes of this Disclaimer: Company (referred to as either "the Company", "We", "Us" or "Our" in this Disclaimer) refers to Future Direct Professional Services Limited, 4-5 Future Direct, Burton Hall Rd, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 A094 . Service refers to the Website. You means the individual accessing the Service, or the company, or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable. Website refers to Future Direct, accessible from http://www.futuredirect.ie 2. Disclaimer The information contained on the Service is for general information purposes only. The Company assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in the contents of the Service. In no event shall the Company be liable for any special, direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages or any damages whatsoever, whether in an action of contract, negligence or other tort, arising out of or in connection with the use of the Service or the contents of the Service. The Company reserves the right to make additions, deletions, or modifications to the contents on the Service at any time without prior notice. This Disclaimer has been created with the help of the Disclaimer Generator . The Company does not warrant that the Service is free of viruses or other harmful components. 3. External Links Disclaimer The Service may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with the Company. Please note that the Company does not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. 4. Errors and Omissions Disclaimer The information given by the Service is for general guidance on matters of interest only. Even if the Company takes every precaution to ensure that the content of the Service is both current and accurate, errors can occur. Plus, given the changing nature of laws, rules and regulations, there may be delays, omissions or inaccuracies in the information contained on the Service. The Company is not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information. 5. Fair Use Disclaimer The Company may use copyrighted material which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. The Company is making such material available for criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. The Company believes this constitutes a "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the United States Copyright law. If You wish to use copyrighted material from the Service for your own purposes that go beyond fair use, You must obtain permission from the copyright owner. 6. Views Expressed Disclaimer The Service may contain views and opinions which are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other author, agency, organization, employer or company, including the Company. Comments published by users are their sole responsibility and the users will take full responsibility, liability and blame for any libel or litigation that results from something written in or as a direct result of something written in a comment. The Company is not liable for any comment published by users and reserves the right to delete any comment for any reason whatsoever. 7. No Responsibility Disclaimer The information on the Service is provided with the understanding that the Company is not herein engaged in rendering legal, accounting, tax, or other professional advice and services. As such, it should not be used as a substitute for consultation with professional accounting, tax, legal or other competent advisers. In no event shall the Company or its suppliers be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever arising out of or in connection with your access or use or inability to access or use the Service. 8. "Use at Your Own Risk" Disclaimer All information in the Service is provided "as is", with no guarantee of completeness, accuracy, timeliness or of the results obtained from the use of this information, and without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including, but not limited to warranties of performance, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The Company will not be liable to You or anyone else for any decision made or action taken in reliance on the information given by the Service or for any consequential, special or similar damages, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. 9. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Disclaimer, You can contact Us: By email: info@futuredirect.ie By visiting this page on our website: https://www.futuredirect.ie/contact-us By phone number: +35315134085 By mail: Future Direct, 4-5, Burton Hall Rd, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 A094 Terms & Conditions, Cookies Policy and Disclaimer

Future Direct Privacy Policy Last updated: September 14, 2023 Welcome to Future Direct Privacy Policy! Future Direct Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You. We use Your Personal data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Future Direct Privacy Policy 1. Interpretation and Definitions 1.1. Interpretation The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural. 1.2. Definitions For the purposes of this Privacy Policy: means a unique account created for You to access our Service or parts of our Service. means an entity that controls, is controlled by or is under common control with a party, where "control" means ownership of 50% or more of the shares, equity interest or other securities entitled to vote for election of directors or other managing authority. (referred to as either "the Company", "We", "Us" or "Our" in this Agreement) refers to Future Direct Professional Services Limited, 4-5, Burton Hall Rd, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 A094. For the purpose of the GDPR, the Company is the Data Controller. are small files that are placed on Your computer, mobile device or any other device by a website, containing the details of Your browsing history on that website among its many uses. refers to: Ireland Data Controller, for the purposes of the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), refers to the Company as the legal person which alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of the processing of Personal Data. means any device that can access the Service such as a computer, a cellphone or a digital tablet. refers to EU General Data Protection Regulation. Personal Data is any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual. For the purposes of GDPR, Personal Data means any information relating to You such as a name, an identification number, location data, online identifier or to one or more factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural or social identity. refers to the Website. Service Provider means any natural or legal person who processes the data on behalf of the Company. It refers to third-party companies or individuals employed by the Company to facilitate the Service, to provide the Service on behalf of the Company, to perform services related to the Service or to assist the Company in analyzing how the Service is used. For the purpose of the GDPR, Service Providers are considered Data Processors. Usage Data refers to data collected automatically, either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (for example, the duration of a page visit). refers to Future Direct, accessible from http://www.futuredirect.ie means the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company, or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable. Under GDPR, You can be referred to as the Data Subject or as the User as you are the individual using the Service. 2. Collecting and Using Your Personal Data 2.1. Types of Data Collected a pseudonymous identifier associated with the device you use to access the Website. We may also use these Cookies to test new pages, features or new functionality of the Website to see how our users react to them. For more information about the cookies we use and your choices regarding cookies, please visit our Cookies Policy or the Cookies section of our Privacy Policy. 2.2. Use of Your Personal Data The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes: To provide and maintain our Service: To provide and maintain our Service, including to monitor the usage of our Service. To manage Your Account: To manage Your registration as a user of the Service. The Personal Data You provide can give You access to different functionalities of the Service that are available to You as a registered user. For the performance of a contract: The development, compliance and undertaking of the purchase contract for the products, items or services You have purchased or of any other contract with Us through the Service. To contact You: To contact You by email, telephone calls, SMS, or other equivalent forms of electronic communication, such as a mobile application's push notifications regarding updates or informative communications related to the functionalities, products or contracted services, including the security updates, when necessary or reasonable for their implementation. To provide You: To provide you with news, special offers and general information about other goods, services and events which we offer that are similar to those that you have already purchased or enquired about unless You have opted not to receive such information. To manage Your requests: To attend and manage Your requests to Us. To deliver targeted advertising to You: We may use Your information to develop and display content and advertising (and work with third-party vendors who do so) tailored to Your interests and/or location and to measure its effectiveness. For business transfers: We may use Your information to evaluate or conduct a merger, divestiture, restructuring, reorganization, dissolution, or other sale or transfer of some or all of Our assets, whether as a going concern or as part of bankruptcy, liquidation, or similar proceeding, in which Personal Data held by Us about our Service users is among the assets transferred. For other purposes: We may use Your information for other purposes, such as data analysis, identifying usage trends, determining the effectiveness of our promotional campaigns and to evaluate and improve our Service, products, services, marketing and your experience. We may share Your personal information in the following situations: With Service Providers: We may share Your personal information with Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service, to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service, to contact You. For business transfers: We may share or transfer Your personal information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of Company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of Our business to another company. With Affiliates: We may share Your information with Our affiliates, in which case we will require those affiliates to honor this Privacy Policy. Affiliates include Our parent company and any other subsidiaries, joint venture partners or other companies that We control or that are under common control with Us. With business partners: We may share Your information with Our business partners to offer You certain products, services or promotions. With other users: When You share personal information or otherwise interact in the public areas with other users, such information may be viewed by all users and may be publicly distributed outside. With Your consent: We may disclose Your personal information for any other purpose with Your consent. 2.3. Retention of Your Personal Data The Company will retain Your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use Your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies. The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or We are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods. 2.4. Transfer of Your Personal Data Your information, including Personal Data, is processed at the Company's operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located. It means that this information may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of Your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ than those from Your jurisdiction. Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by Your submission of such information represents Your agreement to that transfer. The Company will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that Your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of Your Personal Data will take place to an organization or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of Your data and other personal information. 2.5. Delete Your Personal Data You have the right to delete or request that We assist in deleting the Personal Data that We have collected about You. Our Service may give You the ability to delete certain information about You from within the Service. You may update, amend, or delete Your information at any time by signing in to Your Account, if you have one, and visiting the account settings section that allows you to manage Your personal information. You may also contact Us to request access to, correct, or delete any personal information that You have provided to Us. Please note, however, that We may need to retain certain information when we have a legal obligation or lawful basis to do so. 2.6 . Disclosure of Your Personal Data Business Transactions If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition or asset sale, Your Personal Data may be transferred. We will provide notice before Your Personal Data is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy. Law enforcement Under certain circumstances, the Company may be required to disclose Your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency). Other legal requirements The Company may disclose Your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to: Comply with a legal obligation Protect and defend the rights or property of the Company Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service Protect the personal safety of Users of the Service or the public Protect against legal liability 2.7 . Security of Your Personal Data The security of Your Personal Data is important to Us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security. 3. Detailed Information on the Processing of Your Personal Data The Service Providers We use may have access to Your Personal Data. These third-party vendors collect, store, use, process and transfer information about Your activity on Our Service in accordance with their Privacy Policies. 3.1. Analytics We may use third-party Service providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service. Google Analytics Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of our Service. This data is shared with other Google services. Google may use the collected data to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network. You can opt-out of having made your activity on the Service available to Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. The add-on prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js and dc.js) from sharing information with Google Analytics about visits activity. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms webpage: https://policies.google.com/privacy 3.2. Email Marketing We may use Your Personal Data to contact You with newsletters, marketing or promotional materials and other information that may be of interest to You. You may opt-out of receiving any, or all, of these communications from Us by following the unsubscribe link or instructions provided in any email We send or by contacting Us. We may use Email Marketing Service Providers to manage and send emails to You. Mailchimp Mailchimp is an email marketing sending service provided by The Rocket Science Group LLC. For more information on the privacy practices of Mailchimp, please visit their Privacy policy: https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/ Constant Contact Constant Contact is an email marketing sending service provided by Constant Contact, Inc. For more information on the privacy practices of Constant Contact, please visit their Privacy policy: https://www.constantcontact.com/forward/privacy-center AWeber AWeber is an email marketing sending service provided by AWeber Communications. For more information on the privacy practices of AWeber, please visit their Privacy policy: https://www.aweber.com/privacy.htm GetResponse GetResponse is an email marketing sending service provided by GetResponse. For more information on the privacy practices of GetResponse, please visit their Privacy policy: https://www.getresponse.com/legal/privacy.html 3.3. Behavioral Remarketing The Company uses remarketing services to advertise to You after You accessed or visited our Service. We and Our third-party vendors use cookies and non-cookie technologies to help Us recognize Your Device and understand how You use our Service so that We can improve our Service to reflect Your interests and serve You advertisements that are likely to be of more interest to You. These third-party vendors collect, store, use, process and transfer information about Your activity on Our Service in accordance with their Privacy Policies and to enable Us to: Measure and analyze traffic and browsing activity on Our Service Show advertisements for our products and/or services to You on third-party websites or apps Measure and analyze the performance of Our advertising campaigns Some of these third-party vendors may use non-cookie technologies that may not be impacted by browser settings that block cookies. Your browser may not permit You to block such technologies. You can use the following third-party tools to decline the collection and use of information for the purpose of serving You interest-based advertising: The NAI's opt-out platform: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/ The EDAA's opt-out platform http://www.youronlinechoices.com/ The DAA's opt-out platform: http://optout.aboutads.info/?c=2&lang=EN You may opt-out of all personalized advertising by enabling privacy features on Your mobile device such as Limit Ad Tracking (iOS) and Opt Out of Ads Personalization (Android). See Your mobile device Help system for more information. We may share information, such as hashed email addresses (if available) or other online identifiers collected on Our Service with these third-party vendors. This allows Our third-party vendors to recognize and deliver You ads across devices and browsers. To read more about the technologies used by these third-party vendors and their cross-device capabilities please refer to the Privacy Policy of each vendor listed below. The third-party vendors We use are: Google Ads (AdWords) Google Ads (AdWords) remarketing service is provided by Google Inc. You can opt-out of Google Analytics for Display Advertising and customize the Google Display Network ads by visiting the Google Ads Settings page: http://www.google.com/settings/ads Google also recommends installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on - https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout - for your web browser. Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on provides visitors with the ability to prevent their data from being collected and used by Google Analytics. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page: https://policies.google.com/privacy Twitter Twitter remarketing service is provided by Twitter Inc. You can opt-out from Twitter's interest-based ads by following their instructions: https://support.twitter.com/articles/20170405 You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Twitter by visiting their Privacy Policy page: https://twitter.com/privacy Facebook Facebook remarketing service is provided by Facebook Inc. You can learn more about interest-based advertising from Facebook by visiting this page: https://www.facebook.com/help/516147308587266 To opt-out from Facebook's interest-based ads, follow these instructions from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/help/568137493302217 Facebook adheres to the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioural Advertising established by the Digital Advertising Alliance. You can also opt-out from Facebook and other participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance in the USA http://www.aboutads.info/choices/ , the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada in Canada http://youradchoices.ca/ or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance in Europe http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/ , or opt-out using your mobile device settings. For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook's Data Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation 4. GDPR Privacy 4.1. egal Basis for Processing Personal Data under GDPR We may process Personal Data under the following conditions: Consent: You have given Your consent for processing Personal Data for one or more specific purposes. Performance of a contract: Provision of Personal Data is necessary for the performance of an agreement with You and/or for any pre-contractual obligations thereof. 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You have the right under this Privacy Policy, and by law if You are within the EU, to: Request access to Your Personal Data. The right to access, update or delete the information We have on You. Whenever made possible, you can access, update or request deletion of Your Personal Data directly within Your account settings section. If you are unable to perform these actions yourself, please contact Us to assist You. This also enables You to receive a copy of the Personal Data We hold about You. Request correction of the Personal Data that We hold about You. You have the right to have any incomplete or inaccurate information We hold about You corrected. Object to processing of Your Personal Data. This right exists where We are relying on a legitimate interest as the legal basis for Our processing and there is something about Your particular situation, which makes You want to object to our processing of Your Personal Data on this ground. 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Case Studies We are trusted by industry leaders spanning multiple fields in Ireland. Hear how companies like yours found success with Future Direct Services. Secure Work Permits and Visas to hire over 40 Engineers and Project Managers from Overseas Result Our team provided a timeline and regular updates to the Client and the candidates throughout the application process. When the Employment Permits and Visas were approved, the candidates were informed of the document preparation required to fly to Ireland. As a result, all the Employment Permits and Visas applications were approved timely, enabling our Client to hire the new hires smoothly. Multinational engineering requires assistance to hire many engineers and project managers from overseas. The recruitment happened in several stages to meet different project demands. Therefore, the Client must secure the correct Employment Permits and Visas for the candidates promptly and efficiently. Our dedicated team removed the administrative burden from the Client by engaging with the candidates directly to gather and prepare the relevant documents for the applications. Healthcare and Homecare Providers seeking Healthcare Staff from Abroad HSE data indicates that in July 2022, 5,312 people were waiting for home support from the HSE's Services for Older People because no care workers were available. This has led many healthcare and homecare providers to seek healthcare staff abroad. Future Direct engaged a large recruitment campaign by a healthcare provider in Ireland. At the project's onset, we secured the Trusted Partnership Status for the Client with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE). This esteemed status with the DETE enables our Client’s future employment permit applications to be fast-tracked and to require less administrative input. Result The team in Future Direct liaised with the candidates and gathered the documents required for the employment permit application and visa applications. We also liaised with the DETE and the Department of Justice regarding any follow-up on the applications until they were processed. As a result, our client successfully hired the critical healthcare staff they needed to grow their business. Prepare and submitted an urgent Critical Skill Employment Permit Application within 5 working days A Client in the technology space engaged with us to apply for a Critical Skill Employment Permit for one of its senior sales specialists, whose visa was about to expire in 3 weeks. The Client previously engaged with another consultancy firm to apply for the permit unsuccessfully. As a result, when the client approached Future Direct, the individual’s visa had less than weeks of lawful residence in Ireland. The Client was at risk of losing this critical team member if the employment permit was not approved within 3 weeks. Result Our team immediately engaged with the Client and the individual. We gathered the documents prepared and submitted an urgent Critical Skill Employment Permit application with the DETE within 5 working days. The application is approved within the required timeline, enabling the Client to secure work permission for their sales specialist. Construction Healthcare Technology Have questions? Give us a call and we'll walk you through it. +353 (01) 513 4085 Secure Work Permits and Visas to hire over 40 Engineers and Project Managers from Overseas Multinational engineering requires assistance to hire many engineers and project managers from overseas. The recruitment happened in several stages to meet different project demands. Therefore, the Client must secure the correct Employment Permits and Visas for the candidates promptly and efficiently. Our dedicated team removed the administrative burden from the Client by engaging with the candidates directly to gather and prepare the relevant documents for the applications. Construction Result Our team provided a timeline and regular updates to the Client and the candidates throughout the application process. When the Employment Permits and Visas were approved, the candidates were informed of the document preparation required to fly to Ireland. As a result, all the Employment Permits and Visas applications were approved timely, enabling our Client to hire the new hires smoothly. Healthcare and Homecare Providers seeking Healthcare Staff from Abroad HSE data indicates that in July 2022, 5,312 people were waiting for home support from the HSE's Services for Older People because no care workers were available. This has led many healthcare and homecare providers to seek healthcare staff abroad. Future Direct engaged a large recruitment campaign by a healthcare provider in Ireland. At the project's onset, we secured the Trusted Partnership Status for the Client with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE). This esteemed status with the DETE enables our Client’s future employment permit applications to be fast-tracked and to require less administrative input. Healthcare Result The team in Future Direct liaised with the candidates and gathered the documents required for the employment permit application and visa applications. We also liaised with the DETE and the Department of Justice regarding any follow-up on the applications until they were processed. As a result, our client successfully hired the critical healthcare staff they needed to grow their business. Prepare and submitted an urgent Critical Skill Employment Permit Application within 5 working days A client in the technology space engaged with us to obtain lawful for one of its senior sales specialists, whose visa was about to expire in 2-3 weeks. The client was previously engaged with another consultancy firm to apply for the Critical Skill Employment Permit for the sales specialist. Unfortunately, due to the delays and some administrative errors in the work carried out by this consultant, the Critical Skill Employment Permit for the sales specialist was not applied within the agreed timeline. As a result, when the client approached Future Direct, the individual’s visa had only 2-3 weeks of lawful residence in Ireland. The client was at risk of losing this critical team member if the employment permit was not approved within 2-3 weeks. Result Our team immediately engaged with the company's individual and HR manager. We gathered the documents, prepared and submitted an urgent Critical Skill Employment Permit application with the DETE within 5 working days. The application is approved within the required timeline, enabling the client company to secure lawful residence for their sales specialist. Technology

Back to Immigration Stamp 5 Immigration stamps enable non-EEA nationals to live, work, invest, do business, and study in Ireland. The stamps vary by number and are subject to conditions. Stamp 5 is also known as a permission without condition as to time. +353 (01) 513 4085 info@futuredirect.ie STAMP 5 Introduction Conditions Processing Time Table of Content: Introduction Stamp 5 is a permission that allows its holders to live and work in Ireland. Stamp 5 permission means that you are allowed to live and work in Ireland without the need for an Employment Permit. It does not give you a right to any particular public service or funding. The relevant government Department or State agency makes this decision. All intending applicants must have legal residence in Ireland to apply. Conditions attached to Stamp 5 The following conditions apply to holders of Stamp 5 in Ireland. They must: Obey the laws of Ireland. Avoid involvment in any criminal activity. Reside continuously in the state. Here, continuous residency implies living in Ireland for the period covered by the temporary permission to remain.However, the permit allow reasonable periods of absence from the State for holidays, exceptional family circumstances or commitments outside the State arising from business or employment carried out within the State. Make every effort to be employed and not become an undue burden to the State. Accept that the granted permission does not automatically gives persons related to them (such as family members) the right to enter or remain in Ireland. The following stamps can be counted when applying for a Stamp 5: Stamp 1. Stamp 1G. Stamp 3. Stamp 4. Stamp 4S. When counting the stamps on applicant’s passport, the following stamps cannot be counted: Stamp 4 EuFam. Stamp 0. Student – Stamp 2 or Stamp 2A. Temporary Registered Doctor’s – Stamp 4. Trainee Accountants – Stamp 1A. Intra Company Transfer – Stamp 4. Spouse or dependent of an Intra Company Transfer – Stamp 3. Temporary visitors permission granted at the port of entry. Cancelled Stamps. Applicants should note that the above list of stamps are not the exhaustive lists for acceptable and unacceptable stamps. Processing Time Applications currently take a minimum of six months to process. Applications are processed as they come and considered in their merits. Fast-Track Application Track your application with the relevant department and liaise on your behalf. Seamless Application Supports Prepare files and manage immigration-related applications from start to finish for you. Dedicated Account Manager Access to the consultant on the phone for quick support without the barrier of a receptionist. Fast Turnaround Time Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. Let us help with your application We focus on delivering positive results to our clients and dedicate to offering quality services. Talk to our Consultants First name Last Name Email Phone Subject Tell us about your situation. Future Direct is committed to protecting your information. Your information will be used in accordance with the applicable data privacy law and our internal policy. View Privacy Policy Submit An error occurred. Try again later Thank you! Your request has been sent! One of our immigration experts will get back to you shortly. Have questions? Call us at +353 (01) 564 5342 or send us your request by filling in this form. One of our consultants reply shortly. FAQ Can I come to Ireland to work? Yes, if you are currently outside Ireland you may be permitted to come to Ireland to work. You must check if you need immigration permission from the Department of Justice or an employment permit from the Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment to work before you travel or apply for a visa (if you are a visa required national). What are the ways I can work in Ireland? In general, in order to come to Ireland to work a non-EEA national must hold a valid employment permit or immigration permission. Employment permit All first time applicants for employment permits must make their application while resident outside Ireland. The Irish employment permit system, including the processing of these applications, is operated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE). Detailed information regarding the employment permit system can be found at the following link (DETE Employment Permit Information ). If you are required to have an employment permit you must obtain a permit before you apply for a visa (if you are a visa required national) in order to travel to Ireland. Atypical Working Scheme Immigration permission under the Atypical Working Scheme is issued by the Department of Justice. Information on who is covered can be found here . Working Holiday Authorisation Programme Information on the Working Holiday Authorisation Programme can be found here . This programme allows young people to fund an extended holiday through temporary work. Only certain nationalities may avail of this programme. These programmes are currently suspended due to the COVID 19 pandemic. Trainee Accountant If you intend to come to Ireland to take up a position as a trainee accountant. Please click here for full details. Minister of Religion If you intend to travel to Ireland to work as a Minister of Religion, you will need preclearance approval before you travel. This applies to all Non EEA nationals whether you require a visa or not. Please click here for full details. Volunteering If you intend to travel to Ireland to Volunteer with an eligible body in Ireland, you will need preclearance approval before travel. This applies to all Non EEA nationals whether you require a visa or not. Please click here for full details. Start up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) The start up entrepreneur programme (STEP) allows you to establish a business in Ireland and to work in the business on a full time basis. You are not permitted to be employed in any other capacity and you must not become a financial burden on the Irish State. You can find out more here . Immigrant Investor Programme The Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) is open to non-EEA nationals who commit to an approved investment in Ireland. The IIP requires a minimum investment of €1 million, or €0.5 million (€500,000) if making an endowment, from applicant’s own resources and not financed through a loan or other such facility. You can find out more here . I am a non-EEA national who works in another EU Member State. My employer wants me to work for them in Ireland. What do I need to know? A non-EEA national who is legally employed by a company in an EU country may be permitted to provide services on a temporary basis to a company in another EU country, including Ireland, on behalf of his/her employer without the need to obtain an employment permit. This is permitted under the Van Der Elst process, for more information and conditions see here . You will still be subject to Irish immigration rules and may require a visa before coming to Ireland. I am a scientific researcher I want to come to undertake scientific research. What do I need to know? You may be permitted to come to Ireland to carry out a research project with an accredited research institution under the Scheme for Accreditation of Research Organisations (Hosting Agreement Scheme). Detailed information on this scheme, including on how to apply and accredited organisations can be found via the following link (DETE Hosting Agreement Scheme ). The scheme allows for a period of between three months to five years, to carry out a research project with an accredited research institution. You do not require a separate employment permit under this scheme. You must have successfully obtained a Hosting Agreement before you apply for a visa (if you are a visa required national) and undertake travel to Ireland. Do I need a Visa? If you are a visa required national you must apply for a visa before travelling to Ireland. Find out if you need a visa . What should I apply? You can apply for all employment visa types up to 3 months before your date of travel to Ireland. You should apply for a visa as soon as possible after the granting of an employment permit/hosting agreement/immigration permission.

Back to Immigration Other Irish Immigration Stamps Discover Stamp 0, Stamp 1, Stamp 1H, Stamp 1A, Stamp 2, Stamp 2A, Stamp 3, and Stamp 4D. +353 (01) 513 4085 info@futuredirect.ie Stamp 0 Stamp 1 Stamp 1H Stamp 1A Stamp 2 Stamp 2A Stamp 3 Stamp 4D Table of Content: Stamp 0 Stamp 0 indicates permission to stay in Ireland for a temporary period, subject to conditions. Summary of conditions You must be of independent means, fully financially self-sufficient. Alternatively, your sponsor in Ireland must be of independent means and can support you fully. You cannot receive any benefits or use publicly funded services, for example be treated at a public hospital. You must have private medical insurance. You must not work or engage in any business, trade or profession unless specified in a letter of permission from Immigration Service Delivery. Examples when used You may be given Stamp 0 if you have permission to: Retire to or live in Ireland as a person of independent means Be a visiting academic at an Irish university or college Live in Ireland as the elderly, dependent relative of an Irish National, or a non-EU/EEA or Swiss citizen. Stamp 1 Stamp 1 indicates permission to work or operate a business in Ireland, subject to conditions. In order to obtain a stamp 1 permission, you must hold a valid employment permit, or a letter from ISD stating that you can work without an employment permit. This letter will also state if you are allowed to set up a business or be self-employed in the State. Stamp 1 is reckonable as residence when applying for citizenship by naturalisation. Summary of conditions You must not start a job or enter employment unless you or your employer has obtained an employment permit for you, or if your letter of permission clearly states you do not require an employment permit. If you do not have an employment permit you must not engage in any business, trade or profession unless specified in a letter of permission from ISD. If you wish to stay in Ireland past the expiry date of your immigration permission, you must apply to renew your permission and registration before they expire. Examples when used You may be given Stamp 1 if you have permission to: Work here based on an employment permit Operate a business here Work here based on a Working Holiday Authorisation.* *This permission is not renewable or variable and you must leave the State on the expiry of your working holiday authorisation Stamp 1H Stamp 1H indicates permission for doctors who are in receipt of a two year General Employment Permit to work as an NCHD (Non Consultant Hospital Doctor) in any public hospital or health care facility during the two year validity period of their permit. The Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment (DETE) must be informed by their employer of any change in location or contract before that change occurs. Stamp 1H is reckonable as residence when applying for citizenship by naturalisation. Summary of conditions Doctors will still only have a six month contract with the initial hospital, at the date ofinitial application, which is still to be provided at registration/renewal stage. Doctors are permitted to move to a different hospital at the end of their initial contract, within the HSE group, subject to valid contracts which DETE will be monitoring. Please note that while these permits will issue as “General Employment Permits”, doctors granted the Multi Site Employment Permit will have similar benefits to Critical Skills Employment Permit holders and therefore the conditions applicable to CSEP’s are also applicable in respect of them and their spouses/family. Examples when used You may be given Stamp 1H if you have permission to: Work here as a doctor who is in receipt of a two year General Employment Permit as an NCHD (Non Consultant Hospital Doctor) in any public hospital or health care facility during the two year validity period of their permit. Stamp 1A The revised Immigration Rules for non-EEA Stamp 1A Trainee Accountants of 1st July 2019 have been published. Stamp 1A indicates permission to participate in full time, paid accountancy training (in compliance with the immigration rules or regulated by the IAASA and with a training contract with a company based in Ireland) for a specified period, subject to conditions. Summary of conditions You must not engage in any other business, trade or profession unless specified in a letter of permission from ISD. This permission is a time bound permission, and you must complete your accountancy course within 4 years. If you wish to stay in Ireland past the expiry date of your immigration permission, you must apply to renew your permission and registration before they expire, or apply for an alternative permission, such as an employment permit. Examples when used You may be given Stamp 1A if you have permission to: Study accountancy as a trainee & be employed as a trainee accountant. Stamp 2 Stamp 2 indicates permission to study a full time course on the official Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP) for a specified period, subject to conditions. Stamp 2 is not reckonable as residence when applying for citizenship by naturalisation . Summary of conditions You cannot receive any benefits or use publicly funded services (for example, public hospitals) unless you have an entitlement via other means. You can work in casual employment for a maximum of 20 hours per week during school term and 40 hours per week during holidays. You must not engage in any other business or trade. If you wish to stay in Ireland past the expiry date of your immigration permission, you must apply to renew your permission (up to a maximum of 7 years) and registration before they expire. Please note if you are an English language student you can only be registered on three courses of a 25 week duration. If you wish to continue studying than they need to move to a course on the ILEP. Students can only study in the State for a maximum of 7 years. You must show progression each year in your course English language students must have an attendance of at least 85%. It is a condition of all stamps granted: That you obey the laws of the State That you should not become involved in criminal activity That you are continuously resident in the State for the duration of your permission with allowance for reasonable periods of absence from the State for holidays, exceptional family circumstances or commitments outside the State arising from business or employment carried on within the State. Examples when used You may be given Stamp 2 if you have permission to study the following: English language Higher national diploma Degree (undergraduate) Master’s degree (postgraduate) PhD Other. Stamp 2A Stamp 2A indicates permission for full time study in Ireland for a course that is not on the official Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP) , for a specified period. Stamp 2A is not reckonable as residence when applying for citizenship by naturalisation. Stamp 2A may also be granted to spouses of certain financially independent students in limited circumstances. Summary of conditions You cannot receive any benefits or use publicly funded services, for example, public hospitals. You must have private medical insurance. You must not work or engage in any business, trade or profession. If you wish to stay in Ireland past the expiry date of your immigration permission, you must apply to renew your permission and registration before they expire. Examples when used You may be given Stamp 2A in the following circumstances: Semester abroad (that is at an Irish university/college) Study at a private secondary school in Ireland Spouse of financially independent student. Stamp 3 Stamp 3 indicates permission to stay in Ireland for a specified period, subject to conditions. Stamp 3 is reckonable as residence when applying for citizenship by naturalisation . Summary of conditions You cannot work or engage in any business, trade or profession. If you wish to stay in Ireland past the expiry date of your immigration permission, you must apply to renew your permission and registration before they expire. Examples when used You may be given Stamp 3 if you have permission to: Volunteer, for example with a charity or non-profit organisation Be a minister of religion Join your non-EEA/EU/Swiss spouse/civil partner or family member who is here based on a work permit. Stamp 4D For eligible non-EEA family of UK citizens who are seeking to reside here after 01/01/2021. For further information please read Brexit policy doc. Fast-Track Application Track your application with the relevant department and liaise on your behalf. Seamless Application Supports Prepare files and manage immigration-related applications from start to finish for you. Dedicated Account Manager Access to the consultant on the phone for quick support without the barrier of a receptionist. Fast Turnaround Time Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. Let us help with your application We focus on delivering positive results to our clients and dedicate to offering quality services. Talk to our Consultants Do I need a visa to visit Ireland for up to 90 days? If you are a visa required national then you must make an application for a visa prior to travelling to the State. Unless you have an in date EUFAM card, or a BIVS visa. When should I apply for a Short Stay ‘C’ Visa? You can apply for a Short Stay ‘C’ visa up to 3 months before your date of travel to Ireland. How do I apply for a Short Stay ‘C’ Visa? When you are filling in your information on the online application form : Select visa/preclearance type as ‘Short Stay (C)’ Select journey Type as ‘Single’ or ‘Multiple’ and Select the correct Reason for Travel. For example, if you are travelling to Ireland for a holiday, you will select ‘Visit Tourist’. You must make your visa application from the country where you are ordinarily resident, i.e. the country where you live. Requests to make a visa application from any other country (e.g. a country that you are visiting while on holiday) will not be accepted. What type of visit does a Short Stay ‘C’ visa allow me to travel to Ireland for? You can apply for a visa to travel to Ireland for up to 90 days for the following reasons: To take a holiday For education purposes To visit family/friends To attend a conference or event For business activities related to your job For employment (under 14 days) To participate in an unpaid internship To sit an exam To get married To take part in a performance or competition To access medical treatment in a private hospital To travel to Ireland as a seafarer to join your ship To accompany your EU/EEA/Swiss national family member . How are Short Stay ‘C’ Visa Applications assessed? You are required to show: Strong family, economic, social ties to your country of current residence/origin That you (and the relatives or friends sponsoring your visit) have enough money to travel and support yourself in Ireland without accessing public funds/resources That you have provided true and complete information to the visa officer (meaning that you have not left out information), and are of good character That you have a valid reason to travel here That you will leave Ireland before any permission granted expires That you are not applying for a visa to Ireland as a way of getting around lawful entry to the rest of the EU or the UK. The Visa Officer will assess the information you have given and must be satisfied: That you have a valid reason to travel That the information you have provided is true, complete and that you are of good character That you (and the relatives or friends sponsoring your visit) have enough money to support yourself and will not access public funds or resources That you have strong ties to your country of current residence/ origin That you will not breach the Common Travel Area, and seek to enter the UK via Ireland without a valid UK visa if required by the UK authorities That your proposed stay in Ireland will be temporary, that you will leave Ireland at the end of your visit, and that you will observe the conditions of the visa sought That you do not have a negative Immigration history or criminal history. The visa officer will also assess any other issue they consider relevant. It is your responsibility to satisfy the visa officer that the visa should be granted. The visa officer may make a decision on your application, without letting you know before the decision is made, that he or she is not satisfied that a visa should be granted to you. Will I have to submit documents as part of my application? Yes, you will have to submit documents in support of your application. FAQ First name Last Name Email Phone Subject Tell us about your situation. Future Direct is committed to protecting your information. Your information will be used in accordance with the applicable data privacy law and our internal policy. View Privacy Policy Submit An error occurred. Try again later Thank you! Your request has been sent! One of our immigration experts will get back to you shortly. Have questions? Call us at +353 (01) 564 5342 or send us your request by filling in this form. One of our consultants reply shortly.

Back to Immigration De Facto Partner Visa If you are the de facto partner of an Irish national or an Irish resident with an employment permit, you may be eligible to apply for this programme. Please read below for further information. +353 (01) 513 4085 info@futuredirect.ie De Facto Visa Introduction Benefits Eligibility Criteria Table of Content: Introduction A de facto means partner, including a same-sex partner with whom you are not married or in a civil partnership. To qualify as a de facto of someone, your relationship must meet all of the following: You and your partner are in a mutual and committed relationship like a marriage or civil partnership in practice but not in law You have been cohabiting (living together) for at least two years Your relationship is genuine and continuing You are not related to each other by family Suppose you are a de facto to an Irish, UK, EEA or Swiss National or a non-EEA national work permit holder in Ireland. You may be permitted to live in Ireland with your partner. The application process time varies from four to six months. Benefits De facto might be eligible to seek employment without needing a separate work permit. The sponsor is Irish National You will be given a stamp 4 and are not required to get an employment permit to seek employment. The sponsor is a non-EAA individual on a critical skill employment permit You will be given a stamp 1G and are not required to get an employment permit to seek employment. The sponsor is a non-EA individual on a general-skill employment permit You will be given a stamp 3, which enables you to live in Ireland but does not allow you to engage in employment. You must get an employment permit if you wish to engage in employment. If you sponsor is a work permit holder, the duration of the permission granted to eligible persons will align with the duration granted to the permit holder. Eligibility Criteria You are a non-EEA national legally resident in the State You are in a relationship with an Irish, UK or non-EEA national legally resident in the State You and your partner intend to live together permanently in Ireland If your partner is a non-EEA national, s/he must hold a Stamp 1, Stamp 4 or Stamp 5 Irish residence permission to qualify as an eligible sponsor If your partner is a non-EEA national and holds a Stamp 2 or Stamp 3 Irish residence permission, then s/he does not qualify as an eligible sponsor You must be able to provide evidence of a durable relationship with your partner and proof of cohabitation of at least two years on the date of application. Evidence that you and your partner have visited each other as often as you can during these two years will not be sufficient in itself to demonstrate a committed de facto relationship You are living with your partner at the time of the application. If you are not living together, you are required to give compelling reasons as to why your application should be granted Your partner is a resident of Ireland and is self-sufficient. Neither of you must be on social welfare benefits, and both must be able to support yourselves and any dependents financially without recourse to public funds You and your partner are of good character and obey Irish laws You are covered by private medical insurance. Fast-Track Application Track your application with the relevant department and liaise on your behalf. Seamless Application Supports Prepare files and manage immigration-related applications from start to finish for you. Dedicated Account Manager Access to the consultant on the phone for quick support without the barrier of a receptionist. Fast Turnaround Time Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. Let us help with your application We focus on delivering positive results to our clients and dedicate to offering quality services. Talk to our Consultants First name Last Name Email Phone Subject Tell us about your situation. Future Direct is committed to protecting your information. Your information will be used in accordance with the applicable data privacy law and our internal policy. View Privacy Policy Submit An error occurred. Try again later Thank you! Your request has been sent! One of our immigration experts will get back to you shortly. Have questions? Call us at +353 (01) 564 5342 or send us your request by filling in this form. One of our consultants reply shortly. FAQ What happens after I apply? After you have submitted your application, a detailed verification will be carry out and it will normally take 4 to 6 months to make a decision. My application has been refused, can I appeal? The Department of Justice will notify you by letter if your application is refused. This letter will outline the reasons why your application was refused. The refusal letter will also tell you if you can appeal the decision. In some cases, you may not be permitted to appeal (for example, if you provide false or misleading information in your application). The appeal process is free of charge. We must receive this appeal within eight weeks of the date of the refusal letter. You can request an appeal of this decision by responding to the reasons for refusal with extra supporting documents if required.

Back to Immigration Parent of an Irish Child If you are the parent of an Irish citizen child, you may be eligible for permission to remain in Ireland on this basis. All applications for permission to remain as the parent of an Irish citizen child are examined on a case-by-case basis. For more information about permission based on the parentage of an Irish citizen child and how to renew that permission, please read below. +353 (01) 513 4085 info@futuredirect.ie CHILD DEPENDANT VISA Introduction Eligibility How to apply? Table of Content: Introduction Relocating to a new country often means leaving close friends and family behind. However, via the Long Term ‘D’ (Join Family) Visa route , certain immediate family members are able to move to Ireland as a ‘dependent’ of the family member who is living in the State already or who plans on moving to the State for whatever reason. The ‘Long Term’ branch of this visa is applicable to those who intend on residing in the State for longer than 3 months. Although in most circumstances it is an automatic right to be with your offspring, your child must be dependent of you and under the age of 18 to successfully join you in Ireland. 23-year old dependents may also apply to join but they must be in full-time education. Parents can be either an Irish citizen, an EEA national or a non-EEA national who is residing in the State on another visa such as a Work Visa or Spouse Visa , for example. How to apply? If you are the parent of an Irish citizen child, you may be eligible for permission to remain in Ireland on this basis. If you have entered Ireland on a valid “D Reside Parent of an Irish Citizen child” visa, you must make an appointment with the Registration Office and attend in the presence of your Irish child to have this permission registered. If you have an existing permission registered in the State i.e. (Stamp 1, 1A, 1G, 1H, 2, 2A, 3, 4) – you may renew this permission online with sufficient documentation provided. If you do not hold a valid immigration permission or are on a short stay ‘C’ visa, you must complete the parent of Irish citizen child application form and submit it, with all the required documentation, to the Department of Justice. Please note that incomplete application forms will not be processed and will be returned. Eligibility You may be eligible if: You are the biological parent of an Irish citizen child Your Irish citizen child is residing full time in Ireland You are involved in the upbringing of your Irish citizen child (emotionally or financially) Your Irish citizen child is under the age of 18 You are named as the biological parent on your child’s birth certificate. You must meet all of the above criteria to qualify for permission as the parent of an Irish citizen child. Fast-Track Application Track your application with the relevant department and liaise on your behalf. Seamless Application Supports Prepare files and manage immigration-related applications from start to finish for you. Dedicated Account Manager Access to the consultant on the phone for quick support without the barrier of a receptionist. Fast Turnaround Time Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. Let us help with your application We focus on delivering positive results to our clients and dedicate to offering quality services. Talk to our Consultants First name Last Name Email Phone Subject Tell us about your situation. Future Direct is committed to protecting your information. Your information will be used in accordance with the applicable data privacy law and our internal policy. View Privacy Policy Submit An error occurred. Try again later Thank you! Your request has been sent! One of our immigration experts will get back to you shortly. Have questions? Call us at +353 (01) 564 5342 or send us your request by filling in this form. One of our consultants reply shortly. FAQ My application is approved. What next? If you are successful, you will be granted a stamp four permission. Your permission will be for a duration of between six months and three years, depending on the circumstances of your case. You must make an appointment with your local immigration office to register this permission. What happens if my application is refused? You will receive a refusal letter from the department stating the reason for refusal. You can’t appeal the decision but could apply for permission again. I am not living in Ireland. Can I apply for permission under this scheme before I enter ireland? No, your application will not be accepted. You can only make this application if you are in Ireland. Suppose you require a visa to travel to Ireland and live outside Ireland. In that case, you need to apply for the correct visa, D – ‘reside parent of Irish citizen child’, to be allowed to seek entry to Ireland. If you do not require a visa to travel to Ireland, you must request temporary permission to enter Ireland to make your application at the port of entry. You should then attend your local immigration office and apply for permission before this temporary permission expires. Can I enter employment while my application is in process? No. You are not allowed to enter employment during the application process unless you already hold a permission which allows you to work in the State. You may seek an Employment Permit from the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment. I have been granted permission to live and work in Ireland as the Parent of a minor Irish citizen child. Can this permission be revoked? Yes. Permission to live and work in the State as the parent of a minor Irish citizen child, is granted only if you meet the qualifying criteria. If after we have granted you permission, it is discovered that you have not met the qualifying criteria, or have provided false information, the Minister for Justice may revoke your permission. If no other permission exists, the Minister for Justice may seek to issue you with an intention to deport. The following list, which is not a complete list, is some of the types of information which may result in the Minister for Justice revoking your permission: Information that shows that you have broken the conditions of your permission, Information about your character or conduct (whether before or after you were granted permission), including criminal convictions, Information which shows that you have failed to register your permission with your local immigration office as required by law, Information that shows that you have provided misleading or inaccurate information to the Minister for Justice or to other authorities of the State. If I am granted permission as the parent of a minor Irish citizen child, for what length of time will my permission be valid? Permission to live and work in the State as the parent of a minor Irish citizen child can be granted for a period of 6 months up to a maximum of 3 years. The length of time you are granted will depend on a number of factors including; the role you have in the life of your Irish citizen child, your immigration history in the State etc. All applications are looked at on an individual basis.

Back to Immigration Family Visas Ireland If you are married to or in a civil partnership with an Irish, UK, EEA or Swiss National or a non-EEA national work permit holder in Ireland, you may be permitted to live in Ireland with your spouse/partner. Please read here for more information about how to make your application and the requirements your sponsor must fulfil. +353 (01) 513 4085 info@futuredirect.ie FAMILY VISA Spouse/Civil Partner Visa De Factor Partner Elderly Parent Dependent Children Table of Content: Spouse/Civil Partner Visa Introduction If you are married to or in a civil partnership with, an Irish, UK, EEA or Swiss National or a Non-EEA national work permit holder in Ireland. You may be permitted to live in Ireland with your spouse/partner. If you are from a visa-required country and wish to stay in Ireland for over three months with your spouse/ partner, you must apply for a long-stay visa or preclearance to remain in the state. However, if you are from a non-visa-required country, you do not need a visa or preclearance to enter Ireland unless your sponsor is a UK National. The application process time varies from four to six months. Therefore, you should not make any travel arrangements before the application decision is made to avoid disappointment. How to apply? Before you proceed with the application, you will need to make sure: Your spouse/partner is eligible to be a sponsor for this family visa Did the sponsor meet the minimum level of earnings, the minimum earning level varies depending on the status of the sponsor. You are an ordinarily resident outside of Ireland Are of good character and good standing Intended to live together permanently with your sponsor The application process is conducted online. You must print, sign and date the Application Form and submit it with your supporting documentation. You may be required to provide your biometrics information as part of the application process. Important: If you have included any misleading information or documents, your application will be refused. In some circumstances, you may not be allowed to appeal the visa decision and may be blocked from getting an Irish visa for five years. The process involved providing evidence of the claimed relationship to prove the genuineness of your relationship with your sponsor (spouse/civil partner ) and their proof to be eligible as a sponsor. Have questions? Contact us now for instant help and assistance on your situation. Eligibility & Work Permission Your eligibility to make this application and the permission to work in Ireland depends on your sponsor status in the state. Spouse/ Civil Partner Sponsored by an Irish National If your Sponsor is an Irish National, you can make this application immediately and you will be granted a Stamp 4 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is being approved. In such a case, you will be allowed to live and work in Ireland without the requirement for an employment permit. Spouse/ Civil Partner Sponsored by a Non-EEA national on a Critical Skills Employment Permit If your sponsor is a Critical Skills Employment Permit Holder, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted a Stamp 1G permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you will be allowed to live and work in Ireland without the requirement for an employment permit. Spouse/ Civil Partner Sponsored by a Non-EEA national on a General Skills Employment Permit If your sponsor is a General Skills Employment Permit Holder, you can only make this application after the sponsor is on the permit for one year, and you will be granted a Stamp 3 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you are considered a dependent on the sponsor and are required to obtain a separate work permit to work in Ireland. Spouse/ Civil Partner Sponsored by a UK National If your sponsor is a UK National, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 4 permission as a qualifying family member to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you will be allowed to live and work in Ireland without the requirement for an employment permit. Spouse/ Civil Partner Sponsored by an EEA or Swiss National If your sponsor is an EEA or Swiss National, you can make this application immediately, but you should apply for a short-stay visa to enter Ireland first, and you will be granted Stamp 4 permission as a qualifying family member to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you will be allowed to live and work in Ireland without the requirement for an employment permit. Note: The approval of the permit and visa are dependent on individual circumstances and are always subject to changes. If you are unsure of your situation and the necessary procedures, don't hesitate to contact us now and let us guide you through the whole process. De Factor Partner Introduction A de facto means partner, including a same-sex partner with whom you are not married. To qualify as a de facto of someone, your relationship must meet all of the following: You and your partner are in a mutual and committed relationship like a marriage or civil partnership in practice but not in law You have been cohabiting (living together) for at least two years Your relationship is genuine and continuing You are not related to each other by family If you are a de facto to an Irish, UK, EEA or Swiss National or a non-EEA national work permit holder in Ireland. You may be permitted to live in Ireland with your partner. If you are from a visa-required country and wish to stay with your partner in Ireland for over three months, you must apply for a long-stay visa to remain in the state. However, if you are from a non-visa-required country, you must have a preclearance letter to enter Ireland. The application process time varies from four to six months. Therefore, you should not make any travel arrangements before the decision to apply is made to avoid disappointment. How to apply? Before you proceed with the application, you will need to make sure: Your partner is eligible to be a sponsor for this family visa Did the sponsor meet the minimum level of earnings, the minimum earning level varies depending on the status of the sponsor. You are an ordinarily resident outside of Ireland Are of good character and good standing Intended to live together permanently with your partner Are not related by family The application process is conducted online. You must print, sign and date the Application Form and submit it with your supporting documentation. You may be required to provide your biometrics information as part of the application process. Important: If you have included any misleading information or documents, your application will be refused. In some circumstances, you may not be allowed to appeal the visa decision and may be blocked from getting an Irish visa for five years. The process involved providing evidence of the claimed relationship to prove the genuineness of your relationship and your two years of cohabitation with your sponsor (partner) and their proof to be eligible as a sponsor. Have questions? Contact us now for instant help and assistance on your situation. Eligibility & Work Permission Your eligibility to make this application and the permission to work in Ireland depends on your sponsor status in the state. De Factor Partner Sponsored by an Irish National If your Sponsor is an Irish National, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted a Stamp 4 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such a case, you will be allowed to live and work in Ireland without the requirement for an employment permit. De Factor Partner Sponsored by a Non-EEA national on a Critical Skills Employment Permit Suppose your sponsor is a Critical Skills Employment Permit Holder. In that case, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 1G permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you will be allowed to live and work in Ireland without the requirement for an employment permit. De Factor Partner Sponsored by a Non-EEA national on a General Skills Employment Permit Suppose your sponsor is a General Skills Employment Permit Holder. In that case, you can only make this application after the sponsor is on the permit for one year, and you will be granted Stamp 3 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you are considered a dependent on the sponsor and must obtain a separate work permit to work in Ireland. De Factor Partner Sponsored by a UK National If your sponsor is a UK National, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 4 permission as a permitted family member to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you will be allowed to live and work in Ireland without the requirement for an employment permit. De Factor Partner Sponsored by an EEA or Swiss National Suppose your sponsor is an EEA or Swiss National. In that case, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 4 permission as a permitted family member to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you will be allowed to live and work in Ireland without the requirement for an employment permit. Note The approval of the permit and visa are dependent on individual circumstances and are always subject to changes. If you are unsure of your situation and the necessary procedures, don't hesitate to contact us now and let us guide you through the whole process. Elderly Parent Introduction Suppose you are an elderly relative of an Irish, UK, EEA, or Swiss National or non-EEA national work permit holder in Ireland. In that case, You may be permitted to live in Ireland with your children. If you are from a visa-required country and wish to stay with your children in Ireland for over three months, you must apply for a long-stay visa to remain in the state. However, if you are from a non-visa-required country, you do not need a visa or preclearance to enter Ireland unless your sponsor is a UK National. The application process time varies from four to six months. Therefore, you should not make any travel arrangements before the application’s decision is made to avoid disappointment. How to apply? Before you proceed with the application, you will need to make sure: Your children are eligible to be a sponsor for this family visa Did the sponsor meet the minimum level of earnings, the minimum earning level varies depending on the sponsor's status. You are an ordinarily resident outside of Ireland Are of good character and good standing The sponsor must have been legally resident in Ireland for a minimum of three years The application process is conducted online. You must print, sign and date the Application Form and submit it with your supporting documentation. You may be required to provide your biometrics information as part of the application process. Important: If you have included any misleading information or documents, your application will be refused. In some circumstances, you may not be allowed to appeal the visa decision and may be blocked from getting an Irish visa for five years. The process involved providing evidence of the claimed relationship and their proof to be eligible as a sponsor. Have questions? Contact us now for instant help and assistance on your situation. Eligibility & Work Permission Your eligibility to make this application and the permission to work in Ireland depends on your sponsor status in the state. Sponsored by an Irish National If your Sponsor is an Irish National, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 0 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In the case of Stmap 0, you will be allowed to live in Ireland and are not expected to be involved in any employment. Sponsored by a Non-EEA national on a Critical Skills Employment Permit Suppose your sponsor is a Critical Skills Employment Permit Holder. In that case, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 0 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such a case, you will be allowed to live in Ireland, and you are not expected to be involved in any employment. Sponsored by a Non-EEA national on a General Skills Employment Permit Suppose your sponsor is a General Skills Employment Permit Holder. In that case, you can only make this application after the sponsor is on the permit for one year, and you will be granted Stamp 0 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such a case, you will be allowed to live in Ireland, and you are not expected to be involved in any employment. Sponsored by a UK National If your sponsor is a UK National, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 0 permission as a permitted family member to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you will be allowed to live in Ireland. Sponsored by an EEA or Swiss National Suppose your sponsor is an EEA or Swiss National. In that case, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 0 permission as a permitted family member to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such cases, you will be allowed to live in Ireland. Note: The approval of the permit and visa are highly dependent on individual circumstances and are always subject to changes. If you are unsure of your situation and the necessary procedures, don't hesitate to contact us now and let us guide you through the whole process. Dependent Children Introduction Suppose you are a dependent children of an Irish, UK, EEA, or Swiss National or non-EEA national work permit holder in Ireland. In that case, You may be permitted to live in Ireland with your parent. If you are from a visa-required country and wish to stay with your parent in Ireland for over three months, you must apply for a long-stay visa to remain in the state. However, if you are from a non-visa-required country, you do not need a visa or preclearance to enter Ireland unless your sponsor is a UK National. The application process time varies from two to six months. Therefore, you should not make any travel arrangements before the application’s decision is made to avoid disappointment. How to apply? Before you proceed with the application, you will need to make sure: Your parent is eligible to be a sponsor for this family visa Did the sponsor meet the minimum level of earnings, the minimum earning level varies depending on the sponsor's status. You are an ordinarily resident outside of Ireland Are of good character and good standing You are below the age of 18 or 23 if you're in full-time education. The application process is conducted online. You must print, sign and date the Application Form and submit it with your supporting documentation. You may be required to provide your biometrics information as part of the application process. Important: If you have included any misleading information or documents, your application will be refused. In some circumstances, you may not be allowed to appeal the visa decision and may be blocked from getting an Irish visa for five years. The process involved providing evidence of the claimed relationship and their proof of eligibility as a sponsor. Have questions? Contact us now for instant help and assistance on your situation. Eligibility & Work Permission Your eligibility to make this application and the permission to work in Ireland depends on your sponsor status in the state. Sponsored by an Irish National If your Sponsor is an Irish National, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 3 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. You are between the ages of 16 and 18. In such a case, you will be allowed to live in Ireland, but you will still need a separate work permit to work in the state. Dependent Children Sponsored by a Non-EEA national on a Critical Skills Employment Permit Suppose your sponsor is a Critical Skills Employment Permit Holder. In that case, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 3 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such a case, you will be allowed to live in Ireland but still need a separate work permit to work in the state. Dependent Children Sponsored by a Non-EEA national on a General Skills Employment Permit Suppose your sponsor is a General Skills Employment Permit Holder. In that case, you can only make this application after the sponsor is on the permit for one year, and you will be granted Stamp 3 permission to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such a case, you will be allowed to live in Ireland but still need a separate work permit to work in the state. Dependent Children Sponsored by a UK National If your sponsor is a UK National, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 3 permission as a permitted family member to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such a case, you will be allowed to live in Ireland but still need a separate work permit to work in the state. Dependent Children Sponsored by an EEA or Swiss National Suppose your sponsor is an EEA or Swiss National. In that case, you can make this application immediately, and you will be granted Stamp 3 permission as a permitted family member to stay in Ireland if your application is approved. In such a case, you will be allowed to live in Ireland but still need a separate work permit to work in the state. Note: The approval of the permit and visa are highly dependent on individual circumstances and are always subject to changes. If you are unsure of your situation and the necessary procedures, don't hesitate to contact us now and let us guide you through the whole process. Fast-Track Application Track your application with the relevant department and liaise on your behalf. Seamless Application Supports Prepare files and manage immigration-related applications from start to finish for you. Dedicated Account Manager Access to the consultant on the phone for quick support without the barrier of a receptionist. Fast Turnaround Time Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. Let us help with your application We focus on delivering positive results to our clients and dedicate to offering quality services. Talk to our Consultants First name Last Name Email Phone Subject Tell us about your situation. Future Direct is committed to protecting your information. Your information will be used in accordance with the applicable data privacy law and our internal policy. View Privacy Policy Submit An error occurred. Try again later Thank you! Your request has been sent! One of our immigration experts will get back to you shortly. Have questions? Call us at +353 (01) 564 5342 or send us your request by filling in this form. One of our consultants reply shortly. FAQ Do I need a visa to visit Ireland for up to 90 days? If you are a visa-required national, then you must apply for a visa before travelling to the State unless you have an in-date EUFAM card or a BIVS visa. When should I apply for a Short Stay ‘C’ Visa? You can apply for a Short Stay ‘C’ visa up to 3 months before your travel date to Ireland. How do I apply for a Short Stay ‘C’ Visa? When you fill in your information online, you will need to select the following. Select visa/preclearance type as ‘Short Stay (C)’ or “Long Stay” Select journey Type as ‘Single’ or ‘Multiple’ and Select the correct Reason for Travel. For example, if you travel to Ireland for a holiday, you will select ‘Visit Tourist’. You must apply for your visa from the country where you are ordinarily resident, i.e., where you live. Requests to make a visa application from any other country (e.g., a country you are visiting while on holiday) will not be accepted. Feel complicated? Contact us now, and let us guide you through the whole process! How are Short Stay ‘C’ Visa Applications assessed? You are required to show: Strong family, economic, and social ties to your country of current residence/origin That you (and the relatives or friends sponsoring your visit) have enough money to travel and support yourself in Ireland without accessing public funds/resources That you have provided true and complete information to the visa officer (meaning that you have not left out information), and are of good character That you have a valid reason to travel here That you will leave Ireland before any permission granted expires That you are not applying for a visa to Ireland to get around lawful entry to the rest of the EU or the UK. The Visa Officer will assess the information you have given and must be satisfied: That you have a valid reason to travel That the information you have provided is true, complete and that you are of good character That you (and the relatives or friends sponsoring your visit) have enough money to support yourself and will not access public funds or resources That you have strong ties to your country of current residence/ origin That you will not breach the Common Travel Area and seek to enter the UK via Ireland without a valid UK visa if required by the UK authorities That your proposed stay in Ireland will be temporary, that you will leave Ireland at the end of your visit, and that you will observe the conditions of the visa sought That you do not have a negative Immigration history or criminal history. The visa officer will also assess any other issue they consider relevant. It is your responsibility to satisfy the visa officer that the visa should be granted. The visa officer may make a decision on your application, without letting you know before the decision is made, that he or she is not satisfied that a visa should be granted to you.

Back to Immigration Stamp 4 Immigration stamps enable non-EEA nationals to live, work, invest, do business, and study in Ireland. The stamps vary by number and are subject to conditions. Stamp 4 is one of the most popular and common stamps in Ireland. If you want to work without an employment permit or do business and access publicly funded services, you can achieve it with Stamp 4 permission. +353 (01) 513 4085 info@futuredirect.ie STAMP 4 Introduction Who can apply? Eligibility Requirements Fees Table of Content: Introduction Stamp 4 is immigration permission for foreign nationals to work, live, study, and operate businesses in Ireland without an employment permit. Stamp 4 stands out among all Irish immigration stamps as the ultimate boon for immigrants that are non-EEA nationals. Typically, citizens from a non-visa-required country (or spouse/civil partner to one) don’t need to apply for a visa or employment permit to enter Ireland. If you’re not a citizen of Ireland and want to stay in Ireland for more than 90 days, ordinarily, you need to get immigration permission and an employment permit. However, with Stamp 4, you are not restricted to conditions and permits. You can do the following things: Work without an employment permit in any profession. Start and run a business. Access state funds and services (subject to Government departments or agencies’ provisions). Who Can Apply for Stamp 4? Summary of conditions You can take up employment and are not required to hold an Employment Permit. You can work in a profession, subject to conditions of the relevant professional or other bodies. You can establish and operate a business. You may access state funds and services as determined by Government departments or agencies. If you wish to stay in Ireland past the expiry date of your immigration permission, you must apply to renew your permission and registration before they expire. Examples when used You may be given Stamp 4, after you have had a permission to work in Ireland: With a valid Critical Skills Employment Permit for 2 years With a valid employment permit for 5 years As a researcher (with a valid Hosting Agreement) for 2 years. You may be given Stamp 4 if you are granted permission: To join and reside with your Irish spouse, civil partner or de-facto partner As a convention or programme refugee, or based on subsidiary protection To join your family member who is a recognised refugee or has been granted subsidiary protection To remain with your child who is an Irish citizen Under the Investor and Entrepreneur Programme (including spouse/partner & eligible family member) For Long Term Residence. Eligibility Requirements for Stamp 4 Your eligibility requirements depend on your visa programme. For Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) The eligibility requirements for STEP are: You must be of good character. You must be free of criminal charges or convictions in any jurisdiction. You must have €50,000 for the required funding. You must have an innovative business proposal. For Spouse, Civil Partner or De-facto Partners The eligibility requirements are: You must not be younger than 18 years of age at the time of your application for family reunification. Your marriage must be monogamous, consensual, legalised, and recognised by Irish law. Your partnerships must be similar to marriage and cohabiting for two years before family application. Demonstrate commitment to be together permanently as couples, civil partners or de facto partners. For Long Term Residency If you have been offered an Irish Immigration permit, your eligibility requirements are as follows: You must have completed at least 5-year legal residence in Ireland. You must have qualifying stamps or valid Irish residence permit IRP cards as proof of 5-year legal residency. You must have been an employment permit or critical skills employment permit holder. You must have been of good character. You must not have caused an unnecessary burden on the government. You must not have an issue or record with the Irish police. You must have been compliant with all your previous immigration permissions. You must be a legal resident at the application. You must be in employment before, during, and after your application. Self-employment is not allowed. How Much Does Stamp 4 Registration? You will be required to pay a fee of €300 per individual registration. Immigration officers may require additional fees depending on your situation. The following persons do not need to pay for registration: A person under 18 during the registration period. A spouse/civil partner (or surviving) of an Irish citizen. A resident EU citizen’s spouse or dependent. A convention or programme refugee. An individual granted Subsidiary Protection. An individual with granted Permission to stay in Ireland. A family member joined with a recognised refugee in Ireland. Fast-Track Application Track your application with the relevant department and liaise on your behalf. Seamless Application Supports Prepare files and manage immigration-related applications from start to finish for you. Dedicated Account Manager Access to the consultant on the phone for quick support without the barrier of a receptionist. Fast Turnaround Time Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. Let us help with your application We focus on delivering positive results to our clients and dedicate to offering quality services. Talk to our Consultants First name Last Name Email Phone Subject Tell us about your situation. Future Direct is committed to protecting your information. Your information will be used in accordance with the applicable data privacy law and our internal policy. View Privacy Policy Submit An error occurred. Try again later Thank you! Your request has been sent! One of our immigration experts will get back to you shortly. Have questions? Call us at +353 (01) 564 5342 or send us your request by filling in this form. One of our consultants reply shortly. Can I come to Ireland to work? Yes, if you are currently outside Ireland you may be permitted to come to Ireland to work. You must check if you need immigration permission from the Department of Justice or an employment permit from the Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment to work before you travel or apply for a visa (if you are a visa required national). What are the ways I can work in Ireland? In general, in order to come to Ireland to work a non-EEA national must hold a valid employment permit or immigration permission. Employment permit All first time applicants for employment permits must make their application while resident outside Ireland. The Irish employment permit system, which processes these applications, is operated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE). Detailed information regarding the employment permit system can be found at the following link (DETE Employment Permit Information ). If you are required to have an employment permit, you must obtain a permit before you apply for a visa (if you are a visa-required national) in order to travel to Ireland. Atypical Working Scheme The Department of Justice issues immigration permission under the Atypical Working Scheme. Information on who is covered can be found here . Working Holiday Authorisation Programme Information on the Working Holiday Authorisation Programme can be found here . This programme allows young people to fund an extended holiday through temporary work. Only certain nationalities may be able to participate in this programme. Trainee Accountant If you intend to come to Ireland to take up a position as a trainee accountant. Please click here for full details. Minister of Religion If you intend to travel to Ireland to work as a Minister of Religion, you will need preclearance approval. This applies to all Non-EEA nationals whether you require a visa or not. Please click here for full details. Volunteering If you intend to travel to Ireland to volunteer with an eligible body, you will need preclearance approval before traveling. This applies to all Non-EEA nationals whether you require a visa. Please click here for full details. Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) The start-up entrepreneur programme (STEP) allows you to establish a business in Ireland and to work in the business on a full-time basis. You are not permitted to be employed in any other capacity and must not become a financial burden on the Irish State. You can find out more here . Immigrant Investor Programme The Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) is open to non-EEA nationals who commit to an approved investment in Ireland. The IIP requires a minimum investment of €1 million, or €0.5 million (€500,000) if an endowment is made from the applicant’s resources and is not financed through a loan or other such facility. The closure of the programme was announced on 15 February 2024. You can find out more here . I am a non-EEA national who works in another EU Member State. My employer wants me to work for them in Ireland. What do I need to know? A non-EEA national who is legally employed by a company in an EU country may be permitted to provide services on a temporary basis to a company in another EU country, including Ireland, on behalf of his/her employer without the need to obtain an employment permit. This is permitted under the Van Der Elst process, for more information and conditions see here . You will still be subject to Irish immigration rules and may require a visa before coming to Ireland. I am a scientific researcher I want to come to undertake scientific research. What do I need to know? You may be permitted to come to Ireland to carry out a research project with an accredited research institution under the Scheme for Accreditation of Research Organisations (Hosting Agreement Scheme). Detailed information on this scheme, including on how to apply and accredited organisations can be found via the following link (DETE Hosting Agreement Scheme ). The scheme allows for a period of between three months to five years, to carry out a research project with an accredited research institution. You do not require a separate employment permit under this scheme. You must have successfully obtained a Hosting Agreement before you apply for a visa (if you are a visa required national) and undertake travel to Ireland. Do I need a Visa? If you are a visa required national you must apply for a visa before travelling to Ireland. Find out if you need a visa . What should I apply? You can apply for all employment visa types up to 3 months before your date of travel to Ireland. You should apply for a visa as soon as possible after the granting of an employment permit/hosting agreement/immigration permission. FAQ

Back to Immigration Change of Immigration Permission An immigration permission determines your condition for staying in Ireland. For example, the duration you can stay and the activity you could carry out while you are in the state. This is presented through an immigration ‘stamp’ placed on your Irish residence permit when registering. Please read below for more information and what you must do to apply for a change in your immigration permission. +353 (01) 513 4085 info@futuredirect.ie Change in circumstances Change of Immigration Status from Stamp 1 Change of Immigration Status from Stamp 2 Change of Immigration Status from Stamp 3 Change of Immigration Status from Stamp 4 Table of Content: Change in circumstances Some people may need to change the type of immigration permission or stamp they have if their circumstances change. If you hold a valid permission, represented by a current Irish Residence Permit (IRP card), you may be able to apply to change, extend, or vary your permission. For example, if you have held a Critical Skills Employment Permit for at least two years, you may be able to apply for a different type of permission that offers greater benefits. If your permission is expired, you cannot apply to change it. Applying does not extend your current permission, so be sure to apply in plenty of time if you meet the criteria. Each immigration stamp or permission requires different criteria and offers different conditions, for example, the ability to study, work or retire in Ireland. If your circumstances change while living in Ireland, this may impact your immigration permission. Please note that if you are here on a visitor’s permission for up to 90 days or if you are here on foot of a Working Holiday Authorisation (on Stamp 1), you are not permitted to change your permission. You are required to leave the State on or before the expiry of your permission. It would remain open to you to apply for another permission from outside the State after your departure. We have listed out a few most common changes that you will find in the later section. Do note that the list is not exhaustive and are always subject to change due to policy changes. Change of Immigration from Stamp 1 Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. New Stamp Criteria for changing immigration permission and receiving a new stamp. Stamp 2 Stamp 1 If you wish to change your current permission to allow you to study in Ireland you can apply online. You will need to upload some documents to support your application including: an acceptance letter from the school/college evidence of private medical insurance and financial resources Stamp 3 If you wish to change your current permission to that of a dependent of an Irish resident you must visit your local immigration office with that person to apply for a Stamp 3. A dependent means a spouse, civil partner or dependent child (between the age of 16 and 18). If you have been in a relationship similar to marriage (De Facto) with an Irish resident, and cohabiting with that person for at least two years, you may apply to ISD’s Domestic Residence Division for a change of Status to a Stamp 3. Stamp 4 If you have employment permits and residence permissions and stamps for the previous five (5) years, you may apply for a Stamp 4 for one year. If you have employment permits and residence permissions and stamps for the previous 5 years you may apply to ISD for long term residence. If you become a spouse or civil partner of an Irish national who is resident in the State, you may attend at ISD Burgh Quay or your local immigration office with your Irish national spouse or civil partner to apply for a change of status to Stamp 4. If you have been in a relationship akin to marriage (De Facto) with an Irish national, and cohabiting with that person for at least two years, you may apply to ISD’s Domestic Residence Division for a change of status to a Stamp 4. If you become the parent of a child who is an Irish citizen, you may apply for a change of status. Stamp 5 If you have 96 months reckonable residence (that means you have had a series of permissions that added up to 96 months in the State and qualify as counting towards the time required to apply for citizenship) you may apply to Domestic Residence Division for a Stamp 5. Stamp 6 If you are granted citizenship, you may apply to Domestic Residence Division for stamp 6. Change of Immigration from Stamp 2 Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. New Stamp Criteria for changing immigration permission and receiving a new stamp. Stamp 1 If you are issued with an Employment Permit by Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment, you may apply for a Stamp 1. Stamp 3 If you wish to become registered as a dependent – either as a spouse, civil partner or dependent child (between the age of 16 and 18) – of an Irish resident please attend at GNIB, along with the Irish Resident, to apply for a change of status to Stamp 3. If you have been in a relationship akin to marriage (De Facto) with an Irish Resident and cohabiting with that Irish Resident for at least two years you may apply to Residence Division for a change of Status to a Stamp 3. Stamp 4 If you become a Spouse or Civil Partner of an Irish National, who is resident in the State, you may attend at ISD Burgh Quay or your local immigration office with the Irish National to apply for your change of status to stamp 4. If you have been in a relationship akin to marriage (De Facto) with an Irish National and cohabiting with that Irish National for at least two years you may apply to Residence Division for a change of Status to a Stamp 4. If you become the parent of an Irish Citizen Child you may attend at the ISD Burgh Quay or your local immigration office to apply for a change of status. You may apply to Residence division for a permission to remain in the State on basis of Parentage of an Irish Citizen Child – For Non-EEA. If your parent becomes an Irish citizen and you originally entered the State as a dependent of your parent and you are currently registered with ISD Burgh Quay or your local immigration office you may apply to Residence Division ISD for stamp 4. Stamp 5 Not possible from Stamp 2 Stamp 6 Not possible from Stamp 2 Change of Immigration from Stamp 3 Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. New Stamp Criteria for changing immigration permission and receiving a new stamp. Stamp 1 If you are issued with an Employment Permit by Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment you can attend at ISD Burgh Quay or your local immigration office to apply for a Stamp 1. Stamp 2 If you wish become registered as a Student you must attend at ISD Burgh Quay or your local immigration office with student documents – an acceptance letter from the school/college, evidence of private medical insurance and evidence of finances. Stamp 4 If you become a Spouse or Civil Partner of an Irish National, who is resident in the State, you may attend at ISD Burgh Quay or your local immigration office with the Irish National to apply for your change of status to stamp 4. If you have been in a relationship akin to marriage (De Facto) with an Irish National and cohabiting with that Irish National for at least two years you may apply to Residence Division for a change of Status to a Stamp 4. If you become the parent of an Irish Citizen Child you may attend at the GNIB office to apply for a change of status. You may apply to Residence division for a permission to remain in the State on basis of Parentage of an Irish Citizen Child – For Non-EEA. If your parent becomes an Irish citizen, you originally entered the State as a dependent of your parent and you are currently registered with ISD Burgh Quay or your local immigration office you may apply to Residence Division INIS for stamp 4. Stamp 5 If you have 96 months reckonable residence you may apply to Residence Division for a Stamp 5. Stamp 6 If you are granted citizenship you may apply to Residence Division for stamp 6. Change of Immigration from Stamp 4 Stamp 1 Not applicable Stamp 2 Not applicable Stamp 3 Not applicable Stamp 5 If you have 96 months reckonable residence you may apply to Residence Division for a Stamp 5. Stamp 6 If you are granted citizenship you may apply to Residence Division for stamp 6. New Stamp Criteria for changing immigration permission and receiving a new stamp. Fast-Track Application Track your application with the relevant department and liaise on your behalf. Seamless Application Supports Prepare files and manage immigration-related applications from start to finish for you. Dedicated Account Manager Access to the consultant on the phone for quick support without the barrier of a receptionist. Fast Turnaround Time Full-time focus to operate efficiently and effectively to deliver results on time. Let us help with your application We focus on delivering positive results to our clients and dedicate to offering quality services. Talk to our Consultants First name Last Name Email Phone Subject Tell us about your situation. Future Direct is committed to protecting your information. Your information will be used in accordance with the applicable data privacy law and our internal policy. View Privacy Policy Submit An error occurred. Try again later Thank you! Your request has been sent! One of our immigration experts will get back to you shortly. Have questions? Call us at +353 (01) 564 5342 or send us your request by filling in this form. One of our consultants reply shortly. FAQ Can I come to Ireland to work? Yes, if you are currently outside Ireland you may be permitted to come to Ireland to work. You must check if you need immigration permission from the Department of Justice or an employment permit from the Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment to work before you travel or apply for a visa (if you are a visa required national). What are the ways I can work in Ireland? In general, in order to come to Ireland to work a non-EEA national must hold a valid employment permit or immigration permission. Employment permit All first time applicants for employment permits must make their application while resident outside Ireland. The Irish employment permit system, including the processing of these applications, is operated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE). Detailed information regarding the employment permit system can be found at the following link (DETE Employment Permit Information ). If you are required to have an employment permit you must obtain a permit before you apply for a visa (if you are a visa required national) in order to travel to Ireland. Atypical Working Scheme Immigration permission under the Atypical Working Scheme is issued by the Department of Justice. Information on who is covered can be found here . Working Holiday Authorisation Programme Information on the Working Holiday Authorisation Programme can be found here . This programme allows young people to fund an extended holiday through temporary work. Only certain nationalities may avail of this programme. These programmes are currently suspended due to the COVID 19 pandemic. Trainee Accountant If you intend to come to Ireland to take up a position as a trainee accountant. Please click here for full details. Minister of Religion If you intend to travel to Ireland to work as a Minister of Religion, you will need preclearance approval before you travel. This applies to all Non EEA nationals whether you require a visa or not. Please click here for full details. Volunteering If you intend to travel to Ireland to Volunteer with an eligible body in Ireland, you will need preclearance approval before travel. This applies to all Non EEA nationals whether you require a visa or not. Please click here for full details. Start up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) The start up entrepreneur programme (STEP) allows you to establish a business in Ireland and to work in the business on a full time basis. You are not permitted to be employed in any other capacity and you must not become a financial burden on the Irish State. You can find out more here . Immigrant Investor Programme The Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) is open to non-EEA nationals who commit to an approved investment in Ireland. The IIP requires a minimum investment of €1 million, or €0.5 million (€500,000) if making an endowment, from applicant’s own resources and not financed through a loan or other such facility. You can find out more here . I am a non-EEA national who works in another EU Member State. My employer wants me to work for them in Ireland. What do I need to know? A non-EEA national who is legally employed by a company in an EU country may be permitted to provide services on a temporary basis to a company in another EU country, including Ireland, on behalf of his/her employer without the need to obtain an employment permit. This is permitted under the Van Der Elst process, for more information and conditions see here . You will still be subject to Irish immigration rules and may require a visa before coming to Ireland. I am a scientific researcher I want to come to undertake scientific research. What do I need to know? You may be permitted to come to Ireland to carry out a research project with an accredited research institution under the Scheme for Accreditation of Research Organisations (Hosting Agreement Scheme). Detailed information on this scheme, including on how to apply and accredited organisations can be found via the following link (DETE Hosting Agreement Scheme ). The scheme allows for a period of between three months to five years, to carry out a research project with an accredited research institution. You do not require a separate employment permit under this scheme. You must have successfully obtained a Hosting Agreement before you apply for a visa (if you are a visa required national) and undertake travel to Ireland. Do I need a Visa? If you are a visa required national you must apply for a visa before travelling to Ireland. Find out if you need a visa . What should I apply? You can apply for all employment visa types up to 3 months before your date of travel to Ireland. You should apply for a visa as soon as possible after the granting of an employment permit/hosting agreement/immigration permission.