I have Irish qualifications

If you have completed a prescribed qualification in architecture from an Irish university and have passed the Irish Professional Practice Exam you are eligible for registration through Route A1.

If you have completed a prescribed qualification in architecture from an Irish university and have  obtained the relevant post graduate professional licensing examination for admission to the profession in a non-EU Member State you may consider Route B. 

Route B requires an applicant to have obtained practical experience in Ireland and to demonstrate that they are familiar with Irish building legislation, standards, statutory obligations and contract administration.

Applicants who do not meet the above requirement must complete an RIAI accredited and specified professional practice examination to be eligible for registration in Ireland.

If you have completed a prescribed qualification in architecture from an Irish university and have acquired seven or more years’ post-graduate practical experience you may apply for an exemption from the Professional Practice Exam through Route C. The process allows applicants to demonstrate that they are familiar with Irish building legislation, standards, statutory obligations and contract administration. 

The Route B/C application process runs on the following biannual cycle:

All dates are indicative and may be subject to change.

Please click here to view a list of resources, which may be of assistance in preparing for Assessment.