Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) Checklist
🇮🇪 Ireland
An Irish immigration programme for non-EEA entrepreneurs proposing an innovative, internationally focused business supported by qualifying funding.
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Funds
Minimum Funding Requirement
MandatoryApplicants must have access to at least €50,000 in funding, or €30,000 for each co-founder, to establish their business [Ireland STEP & IIP (2026 Legal Guide) — Rules & Requirements](https://commoner-law.com/ireland/immigration-pathways/investor-entrepreneur).
Admission
Innovative Business Proposal
MandatoryThe business must meet High Potential Start-Up (HPSU) criteria, being innovative, export-oriented, and capable of creating 10 jobs within 3-4 years [Ireland STEP & IIP (2026 Legal Guide) — Rules & Requirements](https://commoner-law.com/ireland/immigration-pathways/investor-entrepreneur).
Police Certificate
Good Character
MandatoryApplicants must be of good character and have no criminal convictions in any jurisdiction [Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) - Immigration Service Delivery](http://irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-work-in-ireland/what-are-my-options-for-working-in-ireland/coming-to-work-for-more-than-90-days/start-up-entrepreneur-programme-step).
Application Process
Application Fee
MandatoryA non-refundable application fee of €350 per family unit is required at the time of submission [Ireland STEP & IIP (2026 Legal Guide) — Rules & Requirements](https://commoner-law.com/ireland/immigration-pathways/investor-entrepreneur).
Other
Nationality Restrictions
MandatoryApplications are not accepted from Russian or Belarusian nationals under current ISD-administered guidance [Ireland STEP & IIP (2026 Legal Guide) — Rules & Requirements](https://commoner-law.com/ireland/immigration-pathways/investor-entrepreneur).
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