FAQ
Common questions.
Is the Ireland golden visa still open?
No. Ireland stopped taking new applications to the Immigrant Investor Programme from close of business on 15 February 2023.
What happens to people who already have it?
People already approved who made their investment keep their permission, and it can be renewed in the normal way if they still meet the programme rules. Applications already lodged at the closure are still being decided.
What are the other ways to live in Ireland?
Our other tools cover the working holiday visa, student visa and retirement visa for Ireland. Each page shows the rules and the official link.
Which golden visas in Europe are still open?
In our list: Andorra, Cyprus, Estonia, France, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malta, Portugal and Turkey.
Sources
- Ireland: Immigrant Investor Programme (irishimmigration.ie)
- Ireland: Immigrant Investor Programme (irishimmigration.ie)
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 11 Oct 2026.