Published: June 2026 | Source: Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration
The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration announced on May 26th a “Temporary Protection Transition Scheme”, which will be provided on a Stamp 4 basis, for those living in Ireland under Temporary Protection due to the war in Ukraine. The application process is intended to be opened from September 2026. This Stamp 4 will granted for a period of up to two years and will be renewable for periods of two years after.
To be eligible, an applicant must meet the below criteria:
- be resident in Ireland for at least one year through the Temporary Protection Scheme (Stamp 4 TPD).
- be in employment or self-employment for 6 months, with a minimum yearly salary of €29,432
- Not be living in state supported accommodation (e.g. accommodation supported by the Accommodation Recognition Pay
Further details are due to be provided by the Department in September 2026 regarding how to apply for this. You can read about the announcement here.
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