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Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permit Temporary - intra-group transfer: Complete Guide

NBy Ms. Nahid Hussain, Director & Senior Immigration Advisor
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Last Updated: May 2026
|Read Time: 9 mins
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Skilled Worker & Employment Permits Pathway

The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) permit enables multinationals to move senior managers, key personnel and trainees from an overseas branch to an Irish entity of the same group. It suits professionals already employed within a company that has an Irish presence.

Visa Highlights At-a-Glance

Below is a summary table representing standard processing times, statutory criteria, and typical point thresholds for Indian skilled candidates.

Visa MetricDetails & Requirements
Visa SubclassIntra-Company Transfer Employment Permit (Temporary - intra-group transfer)
Avg. Processing TimeTBD Months
Government FeesINR Threshold applies (verify current)
English Language MinTBD
Points Eligibility BarMin. 0 Points
Visa ValidityLinked to the assignment

Why Apply for this Visa Path?

  • Employer-driven: leverages your existing role within a multinational.
  • Senior & specialist focus: designed for in-group expertise deployed to Ireland.
  • Group mobility: a structured route for internal transfers.

Detailed Entry Requirements

To apply under this Ireland visa track from India, your credentials must fulfill the following regulatory criteria:

  • 1Prior group employment
  • 2A minimum period of prior employment with the overseas entity of the group.
  • 3Qualifying role: Transfer into a senior manager, key personnel or trainee position.
  • 4Salary & terms: Meet the applicable salary threshold and assignment terms.

Step-by-Step Filing Workflow

Every applicant from Bangalore/India follows this standardized workflow to file their visa application securely:

1

Confirm ICT eligibility

Verify prior employment and role qualify under the ICT framework.

2

Employer prepares the transfer

The group documents the assignment to the Irish entity.

3

Lodge the ICT permit

Submit assignment and employment evidence.

4

Enter and register

Travel, register, and take up the assignment in Ireland. | Senior Consultant Pro Tip ICT transfers move fastest when both HR teams align the assignment paperwork early. We coordinate the documentation so the transfer isn't delayed by mismatched contracts or an unclear role classification. |

Official Authority Resources

Verify Ireland immigration rules directly from official government sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are critical questions and details regarding target timelines and scores for this visa path.

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