Question 1

What is an IRP card in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

The Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card is an official document issued to nonEEA nationals who have permission to reside in Ireland for more than 90 days. It replaced the older GNIB card in December 2017. The IRP card contains the holder's photograph, registration number, immigration stamp type, and the expiry date of their permission to remain in the State.

All nonEEA nationals aged 16 and over who are residing in Ireland must register with their local immigration office and obtain an IRP card.

Question 2

What is GNIB registration and is it still required in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

The Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) was formerly responsible for the registration of nonEEA nationals in Ireland. Prior to December 2017, all nonEEA nationals residing in Ireland for more than 90 days were issued a GNIB registration card. Since then, the GNIB card has been replaced by the Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card, though the term GNIB is still widely used colloquially.

While the card format has changed, the registration requirement remains the same. NonEEA nationals aged 16 an

Question 3

What is a long stay visa for Ireland?

Accepted Answer

A long stay visa, also known as a D visa, is required by visarequired nationals who wish to remain in Ireland for more than 90 days. This visa is necessary for purposes such as employment, study, joining a family member, or other longterm stays. The long stay visa allows the holder to travel to Ireland; upon arrival, they must then register with immigration authorities and obtain an Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card.

To apply for a long stay visa, applicants must submit an online application th

Question 4

What is a short stay visa for Ireland?

Accepted Answer

A short stay visa, also known as a C visa, is required by visarequired nationals who wish to visit Ireland for up to 90 days. This visa is used for purposes such as tourism, visiting family or friends, attending a business meeting, or shortterm study courses. A short stay visa does not permit the holder to work in Ireland or to remain beyond 90 days.

Applications are submitted online through the AVATS system and supporting documents are presented at the nearest Irish embassy or consulate. Typic

Question 5

Which nationalities need a visa to enter Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Ireland maintains its own visa policy, which is separate from the EU Schengen area. Nationals of certain countries are required to obtain a visa before travelling to Ireland, while nationals of other countries may enter without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The list of visarequired and nonvisarequired countries is published by the Department of Justice and updated periodically.

Generally, nationals of EU and EEA member states, as well as Swiss nationals, do not require a visa and have the

Question 6

What is a re-entry visa for Ireland?

Accepted Answer

A reentry visa is required by visarequired nationals who hold a valid Irish Residence Permit (IRP) and wish to leave Ireland and return. Without a reentry visa, a visarequired national may not be permitted to board a flight or ferry back to Ireland, even if they hold a valid IRP card. Nonvisarequired nationals do not need a reentry visa.

Reentry visas can be single entry or multiple entry. A singleentry reentry visa allows one return trip to Ireland, while a multipleentry reentry visa allows un

Question 7

Do I need a transit visa for Ireland?

Accepted Answer

A transit visa is required by nationals of certain countries who intend to pass through an Irish port or airport on their way to another country, even if they do not intend to pass through immigration control. Ireland maintains a separate list of transit visarequired nationalities, which is distinct from the general visarequired list.

There are two types of transit arrangements. A transit visa is needed if a traveller must pass through Irish immigration control to collect luggage and recheck in

Question 8

What are the different immigration stamps in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Ireland uses a system of immigration stamps to define the conditions of a nonEEA national's permission to remain in the State. Each stamp type grants different rights regarding employment, study, and residency. The main stamp types are as follows.

Stamp 1 is issued to nonEEA nationals who have an employment permit. It allows the holder to work only for the employer and in the occupation specified on the permit. Stamp 1G is issued to graduates of Irish thirdlevel institutions under the Third Lev

Question 9

How do I book an immigration appointment at Burgh Quay in Dublin?

Accepted Answer

The Burgh Quay Registration Office in Dublin is the immigration registration office for nonEEA nationals living in the Dublin area. All firsttime registrations and certain renewal appointments for Dublin residents are handled through this office. Appointments must be booked online; walkin appointments are generally not available.

To book an appointment, applicants must visit the Burgh Quay appointment booking system on the Irish Immigration website. Appointments are released periodically and ca

Question 10

How do I appeal a visa refusal in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

If your Irish visa application is refused, you have the right to request a review of the decision. The refusal letter will state the reasons for the refusal and provide information on how to request a review. It is important to note that the Irish visa system uses the term 'appeal' loosely; the process is technically a review rather than an appeal to an independent tribunal.

To request a review, you must submit a written request within two months of the date of the refusal letter. The review is

Question 11

What is preclearance for immigration to Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Preclearance is a process required by certain nonvisarequired nationals before they travel to Ireland for specific purposes. While these nationals do not need a visa to enter Ireland, they must obtain preclearance approval from the Immigration Service Delivery before travelling if they intend to reside in Ireland for certain purposes such as employment, study, or joining a family member.

Preclearance applies primarily to nationals of countries that are visaexempt for short stays but still requi

Question 12

How does the Common Travel Area affect immigration to Ireland?

Accepted Answer

The Common Travel Area (CTA) is a longstanding arrangement between Ireland, the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man that allows for free movement of citizens between these jurisdictions. Under the CTA, Irish and British citizens can travel freely between the two countries without a passport (though carrying identification is recommended) and can reside and work in either country without immigration permission.

The CTA predates both countries' membership of the EU and was pr

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