One can qualify for an Irish visa quickly if he/she applies for a working holiday visa. To qualify for such a visa, one must be a citizen of any of the following countries. ● Canada ● Chile ● Hong Kong ● Argentina ● USA ● Taiwan ● South Korea ● Japan ● Australia ● New Zealand One can stay and work in Ireland with a working holiday visa for up to 12 months. However, Canadian citizens can stay in the country for up to 24 months. There are also other alternatives such as the General Employment Permit for which you need to find a job in Ireland, and the Critical Skills Employment Permit which is only meant for people with high-level skills. Moreover, you will need to apply for a job in a field that has a shortage of workforce in Ireland.