The invention relates to a self-inking stamp (1) with inking from the top, comprising a housing (2) wherein a stamp unit (5) comprising stamp types (7) and which is coupled to an actuation part (8) is arranged in a displaceable manner. Said housing comprises an insertion compartment (3) having at least one insertion opening (29, 30) for an ink cushion container (4). Said insertion compartment (3) comprises, on the lower side (25) facing the stamp unit (5), an opening (25') for dyeing the stamp types (7) in the upper turned position thereof, by placing them on the ink cushion (4') in the container (4). At least one elastic retaining element (17, 18) for elastic placement on the ink cushion container (4) is arranged in the insertion compartment (3).