Stamp 0 Retirement Permission (Stamp 0)

At a Glance

Item	Details
Visa / Permission Name	Stamp 0 / D-Reside Visa
Stay Duration	Initial 90-day entry stamp; renewable registration
Application Cost	Not stated in the source
Eligibility Timing	Apply before arriving in Ireland
Income Requirement	€50,000 per person per year
Lump Sum Requirement	Price equivalent to Irish residential dwelling
Work Rights	Not stated in the source
Study Rights	Not stated in the source
State Benefits Access	No access to State benefits permitted
Medical Insurance	Private cover in private hospitals required
Travel Facility	Not stated in the source
Citizenship Pathway	Not stated in the source
Family Sponsorship	Not stated in the source
Processing Time	Average four months

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Purpose & Overview

Non-EEA nationals who wish to retire to Ireland as persons of independent means must apply for Stamp 0 permission prior to arriving in the country. Individuals from visa-required countries must also obtain a D-Reside visa before travel.

Eligibility & Financial Requirements

Applicants must be financially self-sufficient and are not entitled to access Irish State benefits.

• Annual Income: Minimum individual income of €50,000 per year from pension income or readily accessible funds. Investment sums are not normally measured.
• Lump Sum Reserve: Access to a lump sum fund to cover major unexpected expenses, equivalent to the price of a residential dwelling in the State.
• Financial Verification: Financial documents must be presented as a spreadsheet converted into euros showing all monthly income and spending, certified by an Irish accountancy firm.
• Health Coverage: Private medical insurance offering full cover in private hospitals.

Required Documents

Submit the following documents for the initial permission application:

• Full, clear copy of passport (all pages).
• Copy of birth certificate and marriage certificate (if applicable).
• Letter detailing the reason for requesting permission.
• Details of any family members resident in Ireland and their legal status.
• Details of any Irish associations.
• Evidence of all finances (e.g., six months of bank statements).
• Financial report verified by an Irish-based accountant listing yearly income and liabilities.
• Evidence of qualifying private medical insurance.
• Police Clearance Certificate.
• Health Declaration.
• Any other relevant supporting information.

Application Process

Step 1: Apply for Stamp 0 Permission (All Applicants)

Complete the TPER application form and post it with required documents to:

Stamp 0 – Independent Means Section
Domestic Residence and Permissions Division
Immigration Service Delivery
Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration
13-14 Burgh Quay
Dublin 2, D02 XK70
Ireland

Successful applicants will receive a formal approval letter.

Step 2: Apply for Entry Visa (Visa-Required Nationals Only)

Upon receiving the approval letter, visa-required applicants must submit an online application for a D-Reside Visa through their local visa office, submitting the approval letter with the application.

Step 3: Entry and In-Country Registration

• Port of Entry: Border immigration officers issue a landing stamp of up to 90 days.
• Registration: Within 90 days of arrival, make an appointment via the Customer Service Portal to attend the Registration Office, submit required documents, provide fingerprints, and obtain an Irish Residence Permit (IRP).

Renewing Your Permission

To renew a Stamp 0 permission:

1. Complete the TPER Renewal Form.
2. Upload the form and supporting documents through the Customer Service Portal.
3. Physical passport submission is not required for renewal. Once approved, an approval letter is issued to renew the IRP card.

Processing Times & Warnings

• Processing Time: Applications average four months to process and are handled in chronological order. Incomplete documentation causes delays.
• Entry Discretion: Entry to Ireland is always subject to the discretion of the Immigration Officer at the port of entry.
• Visitor Permissions: A visitor permission granted at the port of entry does not grant or guarantee retirement permission.
• Mandatory Entry Visa: Visa-required nationals who enter without a D-Reside visa cannot complete the in-country registration process.
• Registration Compliance: Failing to register within the initial 90-day landing period may cause future applications or renewals to be refused.