The Employment Permits Act 2006 is a significant piece of legislation in Ireland that regulates the employment of non-European Economic Area (EEA) nationals. It sets out the requirements and procedures for obtaining employment permits for foreign workers. The Act is designed to manage and regulate the employment of non-EEA nationals in Ireland. Its provisions aim to ensure that the employment of foreign workers is in line with the country’s labour market needs and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect the rights and interests of both employees and employers.
