Work permits has reportedly recorded a huge rise in the first half of 2024.
Nigeria has a relatively small share of work permits, with 2.5% of the total permits issues to Nigeria.
Ireland, however, recorded a 20.5 percent increase in the number of work permit issued in the first half of 2024.
According to Irish Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, the country issued 19,303 work permits between January and June 2024, marking a 20.5 per cent rise compared to the same period in 2023.
India was the top country of origin for foreign workers in Ireland, with 6,746 work permits issued to Indian nationals.
The healthcare and social work sector emerged as the leading industry with 35 percent in terms of the number of work permits issued and 6,809 permit granted.
The information and communication sector followed with 3,282 permits, indicating a strong demand for IT and communication professionals.
The agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors granted 1,859 permits, while the accommodation and food services sector was issued 1,458 permits.
The top ten list also featured nationals from China, the United States, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, and Malaysia, highlighting the diverse international workforce contributing to Ireland’s labour market.
Dublin, the capital city, received the highest number of foreign workers, with 9,241 permits issued.
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