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Licensed USA We've had over 5000 applications approved Get the correct advice from qualified immigration experts Emigrate from the USA to IrelandIf you are thinking about emigrating to Ireland from the United States, we can help you make your dream a reality. The laid-back way of life and famously friendly Irish folk charms expats from all over the world. The ‘Emerald Isle’ is a country of breath-taking beauty, with wild and spectacular beaches alongside lush, rolling hills. However, if you are thinking of emigrating to Ireland, you must abide by immigration procedures, which are not straightforward. On this page, we will set out everything you need to know about emigrating to Ireland, including the different routes which you can go down to become an Irish resident.  Different Emigration Routes to IrelandIt goes without saying that there are many historical links between the United States and Ireland. In fact, many Americans still have relatives and distant family members living in Ireland. Americans can visit Ireland for up to 90 days without needing to apply for a visa or preclearance. However, if you wish to emigrate to Ireland, you will need to apply for preclearance before you travel to the country. There are different emigration routes that you can take if you want to relocate to Ireland. The most common routes which you could take are as follows:
The Preclearance StageThe first step in the process of emigration is applying for preclearance. Preclearance is when non-EEA nationals get permission to travel to Ireland before actually entering the country. The purpose of immigration preclearance is to make the immigration process as straightforward as possible when you arrive at border control and when you register your immigration permission for permanent residence. You will need to apply for immigration preclearance regardless of the emigration route you choose to go down. It is important to bear in mind that you are not guaranteed entry into Ireland even if your preclearance application is approved. If your preclearance application is accepted, a letter of approval will be sent to you. You must take this letter with you when you travel to Ireland and present it to border control when you arrive in Ireland. Emigrate to Ireland for WorkIf you wish to emigrate to Ireland for work, you will usually need to apply for an employment permit from the Irish Department of Jobs, Enterprise, and Innovation (DJEI) after you have received immigration preclearance. There are nine different employment permits:
Employment Permit ApplicationIn the vast majority of cases, you will need to have a job offer/employment contract from an Irish company in order to be eligible for an employment permit. You cannot receive immigration permission to work in Ireland without an employment permit. Once you have received a job offer and know which employment permit you are applying for, you can complete the online employment permit application form. However, bear in mind that you might not need to apply for an employment permit to work in Ireland if you are the spouse/civil partner/de facto partner of an Irish citizen, or if you are completing scientific research for an approved research organization. If you do need to complete an employment permit application, you will need to provide a number of documents as part of the application process. The specific documents which you will need to submit will depend on the employment permit which you are applying for. The following documents/information are necessary for all employment permit applications:
If you move to Ireland on the basis of employment, you will receive an immigration ‘Stamp 1’ in your passport. This affords you the right to work in Ireland and operate a business in the country. The Ireland employment permit application process can be a complex one. Should you need any help or assistance, our immigration legal experts are at hand. We will work with you to complete the application form and advise you on the documents you will need to submit with your application. Call us now on +1 844 290 6312 for more information about how we can help you secure your Ireland employment permit. Can I Emigrate to Ireland as the Spouse of an Irish Resident?One of the main routes through which Americans emigrate to Ireland is through familial ties. If you are the spouse or civil partner of an Irish citizen, you could be eligible to emigrate to Ireland on the basis of your relationship. You could also be eligible for Irish residency if you are married to an EEA/Swiss national who is resident in Ireland. In order to move to Ireland on the basis of your marriage/civil partnership with an Irish citizen, you will need to apply in writing to the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS), unless you have already entered Ireland legally within the last 90 days. In addition, you must send the hand-written, completed application form along with supporting documentation to INIS. You will need to provide the following documentation:
You should also include a photocopy of all the documents which are submitted as INIS will use the copies for processing purposes. If your application is accepted, you will get ‘Stamp 4’ immigration permission in your passport. This means that you will be able to work and study in Ireland without any restrictions. When the applicant arrives in Ireland, they must apply for immigration permission at their local registration office as soon as possible (more on this below). Emigrate to Ireland on Basis of a De Facto RelationshipDe facto relationships are classed as those which are akin to a marriage/civil partnership. To emigrate to Ireland on the basis of your de facto relationship with an Irish citizen you will need to apply for de facto partnership immigration permission. To be eligible, you need to prove that you have cohabited with your Irish citizen partner for at least two years and that you have a mutual commitment to a shared life together to the exclusion of all others. If the applicant’s sponsor is an Irish resident, they must have Stamp 1, 4, or 5 residency permission in their passport. If your partner is an EU national and not an Irish resident, you can apply for a residence card under EU Treaty Rights if you can prove that you have lived together for at least two years in a stable relationship. The process of becoming an Irish resident through a de facto relationship is as follows:
It is worth bearing in mind that if you lived in Ireland under this immigration permission, you would need to renew your permission to remain every 12 months. Moving to Ireland as a Family Member of an Employment Permit HolderIf you are the spouse/civil partner or dependent of an Irish resident who is living in the country under an employment permit, you can usually join your family member in Ireland. In this situation, you would get a ‘Stamp 3’ in your passport, which doesn’t afford you the right to work in Ireland. However, if your partner is a Critical Skills Employment Permit holder, you will get stamp number 1G, which will enable you to work. Other Emigration Routes to IrelandThere are a number of other emigration routes that U.S. citizens could go down if they wish to relocate to Ireland. The Immigrant Investor Programme enables those with a minimum investment of €1 million to relocate to Ireland, along with their immediate family, for up to five years. The Start-up Entrepreneur Programme allows international entrepreneurs with an innovative business proposal and funding or financial backing of at least €50,000 to set up a business in Ireland. However, this scheme does not apply to retail, catering, and personal services business ideas. With both of these immigration permissions, you will initially receive residency for two years. As mentioned above, if you are married/in a civil partnership with an Irish resident who is an EEA/Swiss national, you could still be eligible to move to Ireland on the basis of your relationship with them under EU Treaty Rights. You will need to apply to INIS for permission to remain under EU Treaty Rights. Once you have registered with your local registration office, you will receive a residence card with the wording ‘4 EU FAM’. You will not need an employment permit to work in Ireland if you are living under this immigration permission in the country. Under the Zambrano ruling, non-EU parents of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EU member state can emigrate to that EU member state. This means that American parents of dependent Irish citizen children can live in Ireland. Those who meet this criterion won’t usually need an employment permit to work in Ireland. What Do I Need to do When I Arrive in Ireland?As alluded to above, even if you are given preclearance and your immigration applications are accepted, you still need to report to border control when you arrive in Ireland. Ultimately, you need to prove to the immigration official that you have a valid reason for entering the country. You should bring copies of your important documents to present to border control when you arrive. The immigration official will decide based on the information you have provided whether or not you can enter Ireland. Immigration Registration in IrelandIf you emigrate to Ireland on the basis of employment or being the spouse/civil partner/dependent/de facto partner of an Irish citizen/resident, you will need to register with your local immigration office as soon as possible after you arrive in Ireland. Failure to do so could result in you being deported from Ireland. If you are going to live in Dublin, you will need to register at the Burgh immigration office. Otherwise, you will need to register at your nearest immigration registration office. Currently, it costs €300 per person for the initial IRP application and for every renewal of the IRP. If immigration officials are satisfied with the information you provide, you will be given an Irish Residence Permit (IRP). This is a registration certificate that you should carry with you at all times. The IRP indicates your immigration permission has been registered as well as the type of immigration permission you have. You will need to renew your IRP before it expires in order to keep your legal status in Ireland. After five years of reckonable residence (legal residence that counts toward naturalization) in the country, you will usually be eligible to apply for Irish citizenship. Emigrating to Ireland as Irish Citizen by BirthIf you have Irish ancestry or you were born in Ireland, you could be eligible for Irish citizenship even if you do not live in Ireland. With Irish citizenship, you will, of course, not be subject to any immigration conditions and will be free to emigrate to Ireland. Irish Citizenship by Birth
Irish Citizenship by DescentThere is also another route to Irish citizenship known as Irish citizenship by descent. You could be eligible for Irish citizenship even if you haven’t ever stepped foot in Ireland. If one of your parents was an Irish citizen at the time of your birth and you were born outside of Ireland, you will be eligible for Irish citizenship. Also, if your parent was deceased at the time of your birth but would have been an Irish citizen at the time of your birth, you are eligible for citizenship. If one of your grandparents was born in Ireland you are eligible for Irish citizenship, even if they have renounced their Irish citizenship. There is also a route to Irish citizenship through adoption. If a child was adopted by an Irish citizen or a couple where either spouse was an Irish citizen, they will be eligible for Irish citizenship. If you would like more information on citizenship by birth or descent, including the full requirements and application process, our immigration attorneys are here to help. Call us now on +1 844 290 6312 for immediate assistance. EXCELLENT ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.7 rating 414 reviews "I have not seen customer care of this caliber. They called me in the US, spent time listening to me patiently and provided advice based on the law and its applicability. I would highly recommend. Many thanks indeed. " ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Mehran Faalzadeh Posted 1 year ago "Thorough, Simple & Approachable Service. My Lawyer/Rep Daniel was very easy to speak with and very knowledgeable of the ins and outs of the process. Immigration can be a very intimidating subject yet our conversation was clear and simple to navigate. " ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Daniel Ensanian Posted 1 year ago "My partner and I contacted IAS for questions relating to two different visas - student and worker - and were treated wonderfully! Would highly recommend for any immigration-related service that you may need to undertake!" ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ McCoy Cantwell Posted 1 year ago Advice PackageComprehensive immigration advice tailored to your circumstances and goals. Application PackageDesigned to make your visa application as smooth and stress-free as possible. Fast Track PackagePremium application service that ensures your visa application is submitted to meet your deadline. Appeal PackageEnsure you have the greatest chance of a successful appeal. We will represent you in any case.
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emigrate to Ireland from the USA, there are many things which you need to take into consideration. Firstly, you will need to establish which emigration route you wish to take and all the immigration procedures required within that route, including the requirements you need to fulfil. In most cases, if you are not applying for Irish citizenship, the process begins by applying for immigration preclearence, followed by the completion of an immigration application. Once your
application has been completed and your portfolio of documentary evidence has been submitted to the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service, you will need to wait for a response. There is no set processing time for both immigration preclearence and standard immigration applications. It is not possible to say how long the emigration process will take. It is a lengthy and often, quite complex process and no individual application is the same. For more information about the
emigration process and how long we estimate it might take for your emigration application to be processed please call us now on +1 844 290 6312. In certain circumstances, it is possible to apply for Irish citizenship if you have Irish
ancestry, even if you have never stepped foot in the country. Of course, as an Irish citizen, you will not be subject to any immigration conditions. If you are an American national with no connection to Ireland through an immediate family member, you will usually need to have a job offer to apply for an
employment permit and subsequently work in Ireland. Simply put, without a job offer, you will not be able to move to Ireland long-term for the purposes of work. If you are the spouse/civil partner/dependent/de facto partner of an Irish citizen/resident, you could be eligible to move to Ireland on the basis of your relationship. Your immigration permission under this basis may confer the benefit of being able to apply for any job in Ireland. For more information on working in Ireland,
including full details on all the employment permits, please call us now on +1 844 290 6312. Can you be a US citizen and an Irish citizen?U.S. law does not mention dual nationality or require a person to choose one nationality or another. A U.S. citizen may naturalize in a foreign state without any risk to his or her U.S. citizenship.
Can an American get dual citizenship in Ireland?Yes, owning two passports is legal in most countries, including Ireland & the United States.
Can US citizens live in Ireland?Americans can visit Ireland for up to 90 days without needing to apply for a visa or preclearance. However, if you wish to emigrate to Ireland, you will need to apply for preclearance before you travel to the country. There are different emigration routes that you can take if you want to relocate to Ireland.
Do I have to give up my US citizenship to become an Irish citizen?Under Irish law you do not have to give up another citizenship to: Apply to become an Irish citizen by naturalisation.
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