As you approach retirement in Ireland, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and concern about your financial future. With the right planning, you can enjoy your golden years without the stress of financial uncertainty. Here are some friendly tips to help you navigate this important transition. 1. Assess Your Retirement Needs Start by […]
Category Archives: IMMIGRATION LAW
Visa and non-visa countries refer to the countries that require a visa for foreign nationals to enter and those that do not require a visa, respectively. A visa country is one that requires foreign nationals to obtain a visa before entering. The type of visa required and the application process can vary depending on the […]
The Regularisation of Long Term Undocumented Migrants Scheme will open for applications on Monday, 31st January 2022. The scheme will be open for six months until 31st July 2022 when it will close. This scheme will enable applicants, and their eligible dependents where the specific criteria is met, to remain and reside in the State. […]
In an effort to bring clarity to the Citizenship Application process and proofs required, Applicants will be required to reach a score of 150 points in each year that proof of residency is required. Applicants will also need to achieve 150 points to meet an appropriate standard for establishing identity. Read the full announcement here; https://www.irishimmigration.ie/scorecard-approach-being-introduced-for-citizenship-applications-from-january-2022/ […]
Applicants applying for Citizenship from the 1st January 2022, no longer need to submit their original passport with their application. Instead they must submit a full colour copy of the entire Passport. Which must be duly certified by a Solicitor, Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public. However, the Department still retains the right to request […]
A final temporary extension of immigration and international protection permissions has been granted to 15th January 2022. This final extension applies to permissions due to expire between 21st September 2021 and 15th January 2022. The extension includes those permissions already extended since March 2020. Accordingly, those who held valid permission to be in the State […]
Good news for the Healthcare and Nursing Home Sector, Skilled Healthcare Professionals and Healthcare Assistants! Due to the increased demand for Healthcare Assistants and other skilled candidates in several healthcare roles, the Government has this week announced changes to the employment permits system for workers outside the EEA. The announcement comes with immediate effect for […]
Congratulations to Melanie on the successful completion of The Professional Diploma in Immigration and Asylum Law. Melanie came joint top of her class and received a distinction from City Colleges. This course provided a valuable insight into Immigration Law in Ireland including Visas, Residency, Citizenship, EU Treaty Rights, Employment Permits and Corporate Immigration, International Protection, […]
As is the answer to many legal questions, that depends! It depends on the type and the extent (amount) of property/assets they owned. As a rule of thumb, the greater the value/amount of assets owned, the higher the likelihood of the need to extract a foreign Grant. In order to have these assets released to […]