Category: Investor / Business / Startup Visa
Overview: The Ireland Investor/Business/Startup Visa, primarily encompassing the Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) and Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP), offers residency to non-EEA nationals who make a significant investment in the Irish economy or establish an innovative high-potential startup.
Eligibility: For IIP, a minimum €1M investment in an Irish enterprise/fund/REIT, or €500K endowment, plus €2M net worth. For STEP, €50K funding for an innovative startup.
Processing Time: ~150 days
Visa Duration: 24 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: true
Remote Work Allowed: Yes
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-live-in-ireland/i-want-to-invest-in-ireland/
Summary: Ireland's Investor/Startup visa targets high-net-worth individuals and innovative entrepreneurs. It requires significant investment or startup funding, offering Stamp 4 residency with a clear path to permanent residency and citizenship.