Key takeaways
- Ireland: from €36,848 to €40,904 for listed jobs, €68,911 for other eligible jobs.
- Netherlands: €4,357 a month under 30, €5,942 a month at 30 or over (2026).
- Both need a job offer, and the Dutch route needs an employer recognised as a sponsor.
- Salary figures reset regularly, so use the level for your application date.
Ireland: Critical Skills Employment Permit
Ireland's fast-track permit for in-demand skilled jobs, mainly in technology and engineering. There is no labour market needs test.
- €40,904 for listed occupations with a relevant degree or higher; €36,848 if you qualified within 12 months.
- €68,911 for other eligible occupations.
- A job offer of at least 2 years from an Irish employer registered with Revenue.
- After 60 months of residency permission you can apply for long-term residence.
Netherlands: highly skilled migrant
A residence permit for skilled workers hired by an employer recognised as a sponsor by the Dutch immigration service.
| Who | Amount |
|---|---|
| Under 30 | €4,357 |
| 30 or over | €5,942 |
| Recent graduates (reduced criterion) | €3,122 |
Check Ireland
A free estimate of your Critical Skills position.
General information only, not advice for your situation. Rules, fees and thresholds change; we confirm what applies at your consultation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Ireland Critical Skills permit salary?
What is the Dutch highly skilled migrant salary in 2026?
Can my family join me?
Official sources
- Irish Department of Enterprise: Critical Skills Employment Permit
- IND: required amounts and income requirements
General information only, current at the date shown. It is not immigration advice for your circumstances. Information on this site is general guidance only and not legal, migration or investment advice. Rules, fees and occupation lists change frequently — always confirm current requirements with the relevant government authority before acting.
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Sumit Kumar
Chartered Accountant & Australian Registered Migration Agent · MARN 1803385
I migrated from India to Melbourne as a skilled migrant in 2005 and became an Australian citizen in 2010, so I know first-hand what it takes to rebuild a career and a life in a new country — the paperwork and the waiting, and also the job search, the loneliness and the pressure of starting over far from home. Since 2013 I have advised individuals, families and businesses on migration and cross-border moves, combining migration casework with a Chartered Accountant's view of tax, funds and business structure.
