Below, we present the main ways in which our immigration lawyer in Ireland can help EU and non-EU citizens who want to move to this country temporarily or permanently. We invite you to address our attorney for personalized legal assistance and legal representation.
Table of Contents
What are the immigration services provided by your lawyer in Ireland?
Among the services you can obtain with our lawyers in Irelandare:
- assistance in understanding the conditions related to each type of visa in order to make a correct decision;
- legal guidance in preparing the immigration file, its submission and completion if rejected by the authorities;
- revision of all the documents whenimmigrating to Irelandfor specific purposes, such as employment, study or investment;
- legal assistance in appealing negative visa decisions where the case requires it;
- assistance in registering with the relevant authorities when moving to Ireland.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Who can request the services of our immigration lawyers in Ireland | Any person who is interested in arriving here for short-stays or for long-term/permanent relocation, regardless of the reason of the arrival. |
Legal representation for short-term stays (yes/no) | Yes |
Areas of assistance for short-term stays in Ireland | Our immigration lawyer in Ireland can help foreigners who arrive here for short stays with their visa application, provided that a visa is required. |
| Legal assistance in immigration for work purposes (yes/no) | Yes |
| Assistance in obtaining a visa for business purposes (yes/no) | Yes |
| Legal assistance in family reunification programs, offered by our immigration lawyers | We can advise clients in selecting a suitable visa program, based on the particularities of their case and the situation of their family member living in Ireland (employee, businessman, student, etc.). Our services include family reunification assistance for refugees whose close family members live in Ireland. |
| Legal representation for long-term or permanent relocation | For long-term and/or permanent relocation, foreigners need to apply for a visa (unless exempted) and for a residence permit, two important documents that can be obtained with the assistance of our immigration lawyer in Ireland. |
| Assistance in obtaining a permanent residence permit/citizenship | Our team can advise clients on when they can apply for permanent residency, the documentation that must be submitted, the types of permits that allow the right to apply for permanent residency (Stamp 1, Stamp 2, Stamp 4), etc. We can also present the ways through a foreigner can obtain citizenship and offer full guidance in the process. |
| Asylum services for refugees | Assistance in completing mandatory forms when applying for asylum, advice on the rights that can be granted to refugees, assistance in finding accommodation or employment in Ireland, etc. |
| Persons entitled to obtain asylum | Any person who must flee his/her own country due to a well-founded fear concerning his/her life and safety, for reasons such as religious or political beliefs, race, nationality, etc. The same principles apply to stateless persons. |
| Basic immigration rules for non-EU/non-EEA citizens | Individuals who arrive from non-EU/non-EEA countries are required to apply for a visa before arriving to Ireland, unless exempted under the visa waiver program (the latter is applied solely for short-term arrivals, of up to 90 days). |
| Basic immigration rules for EU/EEA citizens | EU/EEA can arrive to Ireland for short or long-term stays visa free. |
| Basic requirements for becoming a citizen | They vary based on the legal pathway a person is eligible for. Those who apply for citizenship by naturalization (meaning, based on the years of residency) can initiate the procedure after 5 years of reckonable residency. Those married to Irish nationals or persons who arrived here as refugees can initiate the citizenship procedure after 3 years of stay. |
| Immigration services for investment | Our immigration lawyer in Ireland can present the main visa routes and help investors during the visa application process. |
| Main immigration programs for investors | Ireland Startup Entrepreneur visa |
What are the main immigration documents a foreigner can obtain in Ireland?
- short-term visas, such as business, travel and transit and student visas;
- visas issued for long stays;
- temporary residence permits based on employment contracts;
- long-term residence permits based on whichIrish citizenship can be obtained;
- special residence permits for entrepreneurs and high net worth individuals.
Who is required to apply for a visa?
The obligation to be a visa holder in order to enter on the territory of Ireland is available for certain foreign nationals, known as third party foreigners. They refer to individuals who are citizens of countries outside the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) – these 2 categories do not have to apply for visas regardless of the duration of the stay.
What is a transit visa?
This type of visa is required only for a few foreign nationals who must have this document even if they do not arrive for short-term stays in Ireland. They need to have the document if Ireland is simply the location where the person arrives for a few hours, in the case of a connecting flight. Nationals from Cuba, Afghanistan, Honduras, Iran, South Africa, etc., need this document.
How much does it cost to obtain an Irish visa?
For the issuance of a visa, the Irish authorities charge processing fees, which vary based on the type of visa required by the applicant. According to the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, the visa fees are:
- EUR 25 – transit visa;
- EUR 60 – single entry visa;
- EUR 100 – multiple entry visa.
How long does it take to process a visa application?
The duration of the visa processing is highly influenced by its type. In general, visas are processed in around 21 days to 45 days, but for some categories of visas, the processing time can increase to 6 months. We recommend you ask our immigration lawyerwhat the processing times are for a specific visa you might be interested in.
Our infographic below presents some of ourimmigration services:
What should I do after I arrive in Ireland?
If you arrive for stays of maximum 90 days, you do not have to do anything else, regardless if you have been issued with a visa or if you arrived based on your rights to free movement within the EEA area. However, if you arrive for stays longer than 90 days, you need to register with the local authorities and obtain a residence permit in Ireland.
When do I have the right to become a permanent resident?
In order to become a permanent resident, you need to prove that you have 5 years of continuous stay in the country.
Can I become a citizen of Ireland?
Yes, foreigners can become Irish citizens. The most plausible scenario is to apply for citizenship by naturalization (by first becoming a permanent resident). Others can apply for citizenship by descent, provided that they are related to Irish nationals. More on the topic, here.
If you want to move here and need assistance, do not hesitate to contact our immigration lawyer in Ireland.
