Move to Ireland from Australia

If you move to Ireland from Australia, you can rely on us. Discover below our various services related to immigration to Ireland.

Quick Facts
Immigration requirements for short stays	Australian passport holders can move to Ireland from Australia without completing any visa formalities.
Immigration requirements for long stays	For long-term stays, Australians do not need an entry visa but must obtain the relevant permission (e.g. employment permit, study or join-family permission) and register it within 90 days of arrival.
Visa exemptions for Australian nationals	One can move to Ireland from Australia visa-free only for stays with a duration of maximum 90 days.
Reasons of arrival for which visa exemptions are granted	Travel, visiting family or friends, business reasons (such as attending business events), academic reasons.
Can Australians travel to other European states visa-free?	Yes, they can visit other EU member states.
Obligation to apply for a residence permit	It appears when the duration of stays extends beyond 90 days.
Reasons for which Australians can relocate to Ireland for long stays	Family reunification, study, employment, business (Start-up Entrepreneur Programme).
Visa designed for Australian nationals	Working Holiday visa for Australians of 18 to 35 years old.
Visa processing fees	Australian citizens do not need an Irish visa, so no visa fee applies to them; visa-required nationals pay a visa processing fee of EUR 60 (for single entry visa) or EUR 100 (for multiple entry visa).
Residency permit fees (yes/no)	Yes.
Where to apply for an Irish residence permit	Immigration Service Delivery (ISD), Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration – Registration Office, 13-14 Burgh Quay, Dublin (the GNIB no longer registers since 13 January 2025).
Requirements to become an Irish permanent resident	5 years of stay.
Minimum residency for citizenship	3 years of reckonable residency (for those married to Irish nationals) or 5 years of reckonable residency (all other cases).
Ways to acquire citizenship in Ireland	By marriage to an Irish national, by residency, by being the child of naturalized Irish parents or of those who are of Irish descent, or by being a refugee.
Fee for citizenship formalities	The application fee is EUR 175.

How can your lawyers assist Australians immigrating to Ireland?

Our immigration lawyers in Ireland have extensive experience in any immigration matter that could concern foreign nationals, Australians included. In the list below, we present some of the ways in which we can assist you:

you can rely on us for information on the latest immigration rules and laws;
our team can offer consultation services and help you select the most suitable immigration pathway;
once we have determined what the best approach for you is, we will gather the necessary paperwork (you will need to provide us with most of the documentation);
we can address the Irish immigration authorities and any other institutions that can be involved in the process (they can depend based on the immigration pathway selected);
we can help you obtain visas, residence permits, and citizenship in Ireland.

What are the s ituations in which Australian citizens do not need Irish visas ?

The following categories of Australian citizens do not need Irish visas:

those who come for tourism purposes alone or with organized tours, as well as those who only transit Ireland;
those who come to visit friends or family, and plan on staying for short periods;
those who come for business reasons or to attend business conferences;
those who participate in exams and other academic programs.

When is it mandatory to apply for an Irish visa as an Australian citizen?

For those who are planning to immigrate to Ireland from Australia for more than 3 months (the visas to be obtained will be based on their reasons for relocation).

Below, we invite you to watch a short video on the process of relocation from Australia to Ireland:

What are some of the l ong-term visas when moving to Ireland from Australia ?

In the list below, our immigration lawyers in Ireland present a few of the visa options Australians have when relocating here:

obtaining an employment permit or another Irish residence permission represent the main ways to relocate to Ireland from Australia for those seeking to stay here for more than 3 months;
Australia is also part of the Working Holiday Scheme, which targets citizens of certain nationalities who can come and work in Ireland for a maximum period of 1 year;
it is also possible to arrive here as a volunteer;
student visas are another option for relocation to Ireland.

The infographic below presents some of the immigration rules for Australian nationals arriving in Ireland:

How much time does it take to obtain a visa for Ireland when coming from Australia?

Depending on the type of visa required and the documents that need to be prepared, it could take a few weeks for a visa to be issued to move to Ireland from Australia.

What are the documents required to move to Ireland from Australia?

First, you will need a valid passport and documentation that support your stay in Ireland, among which an employment contract, proof of accommodation, and health insurance.

Can I move to Ireland as a businessperson?

Yes, Ireland has entrepreneur visas for businesspersons seeking to move here. Our immigration lawyer in Ireland can help you apply for it.

Can I immigrate to Ireland from Australia with my family?

Yes, you can also bring family members along from Australia.

Can I retire to Ireland as an Australian?

Yes, you can retire to Ireland if you meet certain requirements. In the list below, our immigration lawyer in Ireland presents some of the most important aspects in this sense:

while Ireland does not have a visa retirement program for foreigners, they can arrive for the purpose of retirement by obtaining a D-Residence visa (a visa issued for long-term stays) and a Stamp 0;
under the conditions of these 2 documents, the Australian retiring to Ireland must be financially independent and not engage in activities that are taxed in Ireland;
for this purpose, he/she must submit proof of having a disposable income of EUR 50,000 per year;
please note that the processing of a visa that is issued for retirement purposes can take around 4 months.

What can I do if my visa application is refused by the Irish authorities?

The Irish immigration authorities will provide a reason as to why your application has been denied but even so, you will have the right to appeal the decision (this right is granted only for long-term stay visas).

What is the deadline to appeal a visa decision?

Applicants have 2 months to appeal the decision, from the date when the visa refusal was issued. There aren’t any state fees charged for this procedure.

If you plan to immigrate to Ireland from Australia and need guidance, do not hesitate to contact us for support.