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In Topic: Irish Long Stay Visa

2012-05-28 21:53:00

View Postirlguy1, on 2012-05-25 07:05:13, said:

Also agree mate nothing to do with racism I am mates with many nationalities over here and even they agree that it's ridiculous the hoops I have to jump through to get my fianc饠over here. I have even been told by a contact in a highly respected English school here that Thais do not get the same treatment as every where else. It's a disgrace.

True its very difficult for Thais to get student visas for here, chinese seem to have no probs. Strange

In Topic: Irish Long Stay Visa

2012-05-24 22:01:06

Im not too sure myself that a TD can help much in immigration matters in Ireland. However having done countless work permits /visits to immigration over the last 8 years (I ran a Thai Restaurant) ,my experience is if you have your paperwork in order you will have few problems.

In Topic: Irish Long Stay Visa

2012-05-24 16:51:50

View Postmickmac, on 2012-05-24 11:47:28, said:

Just to add my experience. I have applied for 3 visa's for my girlfriend, now wife, to go to Ireland. I had been with my girlfriend for 5 years before going over to Ireland the first time, and living in Thailand for 4 years. Our first visa was refused, on what appeared to be every point. We did appeal to Dublin, adding more paperwork, photo's that were date stamped, copies of bank books showing monies transferred from my internet account at Bank of Ireland into Bank of Bangkok accounts. Visa was given. Only 1 month single entry. Second visa, we were more savvy about what they wanted so took lots of paperwork etc down with us, the girls behind the counter sifted through everything. Got visa no problem. Third visa application was earlier this year and the first time we had returned as man and wife, have been married for over 2 years by now. Still have to produce the same paperwork as we did before we were married but this time with copies of wedding cert and its translation. I also had to write a letter of invitation to my wife in the consulate itself inviting her to come over to Ireland. I must be one of the few men in the world that has to write a letter to my wife asking her to come on holiday with me, when shes stood next to me.
There must be a better way of doing this, what if one of my parents dies, how quick could a visa be issued for my wife, or would I have to go over there on my own.
I enjoy my home in Ireland as does my wife, but this continual jumping through hoops really takes the edge off it.
Ihope this does not put you off too much. One poster says it possibly gets easier if you were married, well in my experience it doesn't, it just gets cheaper, 500 baht admin fees is all it costs now.
Good luck.

Yeah I had to give all that documentation in as well even though we were married,

In Topic: Irish Long Stay Visa

2012-05-23 19:15:31

Found this on the INIS website, it may or may not help :



De Facto Relationships

All non-EEA nationals need permission to remain in the State. Permission to remain will be in the form of an endorsement in your passport confirming the conditions and period of time for which you have permission to remain in the State.
De Facto Relationships with an Irish National

Non EEA nationals who wish to remain the State and are in a de facto relationship with an Irish National must be in a position to provide evidence of a durable attested relationship of at least 2 years. The following documents must be provided to General Immigration, INIS, 13-14 Burgh Quay, Dublin 2
  • Copies of current passports of both parties.
  • Evidence of finances of both parties
  • Evidence of relationship of at least 2 years duration (i.e. tenancy agreement, utility bills, bank statements, etc)
Subject to the immigration status of the non EEA national permission to remain may granted. This permission will exempt the non EEA National form work permit condition.
The above is not an exhaustive list, and you may be asked for additional documentation in support of your application

De Facto Relationship with non EEA National

Non EEA nationals who wish to remain the State and are in a de-facto relationship with a non EEA national must be in a position to provide evidence of a durable attested relationship of at least 4 years. The following documents must be provided to their General Immigration, INIS, 13-14 Burgh Quay, Dublin 2.
  • Copies of current passports of both parties.
  • Evidence of finances of both parties
  • Evidence of relationship of at least 4 years duration (i.e. tenancy agreement, utility bills, bank statements, etc)
  • History of activities of both parties in the State
Subject to the immigration status of the non EEA national applicant permission to remain may granted.
Should permission to remain be granted on this basis, it does not exempt the person from work permit requirements. In order to take up employment in the State, the non EEA national must be in possession of a valid work permit/green card.
When applying for a work permit/Green Card permit to the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Innovation the non-EEA national must enclose the letter issued by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service confirming the immigration status based on the partnership.
The above is not an exhaustive list, and you may be asked for additional documentation in support of your application.
What can I do if I have an existing Deportation Order?

Applications from persons with an existing Deportation Order will not be considered. Any applicant who is the subject of a Deportation Order and who wishes to make an application for revocation of the Deportation Order on the basis of their relationship to an Irish national or a non-EEA national, pursuant to Section 3(11) of the Immigration Act, 1999, should send their application to the Repatriation Section at the address below.
Acknowledgement Unit,
Repatriation Section,
Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service,
13-14 Burgh Quay,
Dublin 2.

How long will it take to process the application?
Applications can take up to 12 months to process. Applications are dealt with in strict chronological order of receipt.
Can I enter employment while my application is in process?
No. An applicant has no entitlement to enter employment during the application process without the requirement of a Work Permit issued by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Innovation.
How can I contact the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service regarding the status of my application?
Queries can be made by post. Contact details are listed below.
De Facto Applications,
3rd Floor,
Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service,
13-14 Burgh Quay,
Dublin 2.

What happens if my application is approved?
Successful applicants may be granted permission to reside in the State for an initial period of 12 months.
The applicant and his/her Irish national or non- EEA national partner will be required to attend at their local Registration Office to be registered as resident in the State on the basis of being the partner of an Irish National or a non-EEA national.
Details in respect of registration and renewal of registration will be provided in correspondence issued by the Defacto Section.
What are the conditions of my permission granted?
The permission is granted on the basis of genuine evidence of a valid and genuine relationship.
Any misinformation given during the application process will result in the application being refused.
Applicants must be of good character and be in compliance with Irish Law.
There are no rights of retention of residence in the event of separation.
Successful applicants do not have an automatic right to family reunification

In Topic: Irish Long Stay Visa

2012-05-22 19:54:27

Its going a long time now but for the Mrs spousal visa I had to produce evidence that I could support her etc etc, Job letter etc.

Thats really important.

Sun shining in Arklow as well.

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