How does Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit work in Ireland, and who qualifies?

This DETE permit is designed for transfers within the same corporate group, moving non-EEA staff from an overseas entity to an Irish branch of the same business. It applies to senior management, key personnel, or trainees, and the applicant generally needs a minimum period of prior employment with the overseas entity and remuneration meeting the threshold for the role type.

A practical advantage is that no labour-market needs test is required. However, it is important to understand that this is a temporary intra-corporate transfer route — it is not designed as a path to settlement in Ireland, so it suits assignments rather than permanent relocation.

Remuneration thresholds and the finer rules can change, so confirm the current details on enterprise.gov.ie. ACME can work alongside your HR or mobility team to confirm eligibility and keep the transfer on track, and advise on longer-term options if you later want to settle.