FAQ
Common questions.
How much income do I need for the Ireland retirement visa?
An individual income of at least EUR 50,000 a year. It must come from a pension or from money you can reach easily, and investments are not normally counted. You also need a lump sum to cover sudden big costs, for example equal to the price of a home in Ireland.
Is there an age limit for the Ireland retirement visa?
The official page sets no age limit.
What do I need for the Ireland retirement visa?
The official page asks for: finances certified by an Irish accountancy firm, six months of bank statements, private medical insurance, police clearance certificate, health declaration and birth and marriage certificates.
Do I need health insurance?
Private medical insurance with full cover in private hospitals.
Can I work on the Ireland retirement visa?
You must not work or run a business unless your permission letter says you may.
How long do I need to spend in Ireland?
The official page does not set a minimum number of days in Ireland.
Does the Ireland retirement visa lead to permanent residence?
The official pages do not set a path to permanent residence from Stamp 0. Time on Stamp 0 counts towards the 5 years of residence needed to apply for Irish citizenship.
How long does the Ireland retirement visa last?
Your permission letter sets how long the permission lasts. Yes, with the TPER renewal form through the online portal.
How much does the Ireland retirement visa cost?
EUR 300 to register your permission and get an Irish Residence Permit card.
Who can apply for the Ireland retirement visa?
Open to people from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland. People from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland who want to retire to Ireland and can fully support themselves.
How do I apply?
Send the TPER application form to the Stamp 0 Independent Means Section of Immigration Service Delivery in Dublin before you travel. If you need a visa for Ireland, you then apply for a D Reside visa with your approval letter. About four months on average.
Sources
- Ireland: Stamp 0 permission to retire to Ireland as a person of independent means (irishimmigration.ie)
- Ireland: Stamp 0 permission to retire to Ireland as a person of independent means (irishimmigration.ie)
- Ireland: Stamp 0 permission to retire to Ireland as a person of independent means (irishimmigration.ie)
- Ireland: Stamp 0 permission to retire to Ireland as a person of independent means (irishimmigration.ie)
- Ireland: Stamp 0 permission to retire to Ireland as a person of independent means (irishimmigration.ie)
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 11 Oct 2026.