Republic of Ireland
Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP — closed) processing time
The Immigrant Investor Programme closed to new applications on 15 February 2023. No new processing times apply.
Typical window
Not centrally published
Government fees
Not applicable.
Last checked
20 April 2026
What drives the timeline
Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP — closed) sits in the investor category. Typical duration: Closed to new applicants.. Indicative government fees: Not applicable..
- Does not require a sponsor.
- Leads to settlement / permanent residence.
- Suited for: Historical interest only; refer to STEP for comparable investor routes..
Primary source
Department of Justice — IIP
https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-ireland/preclearance/immigrant-investor-programme-iip/
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP — closed) take to process?
Department of Justice — IIP does not publish a central processing time for this route. Existing applicants should contact the IIP Unit at Department of Justice. New investor migration to Ireland should consider the STEP route.
Is there a priority or premium service that speeds this up?
Refer to the linked primary source for current priority / premium options; availability changes frequently and varies by consular post.
Can you guarantee my application will fall inside this window?
No. Processing times are indicative and depend on case complexity, biometrics scheduling, sponsor-side delays, source country, public-holiday calendars, and policy shifts. The linked source is the only authoritative reference on the day you apply.