UK Immigration Lawyer in Ireland
Irish citizens and UK citizens benefit from very relaxed immigration rules due to agreements between the two countries that allow citizens of both countries to work, live, and move freely. However, if you are a foreign national living in Ireland and would like to relocate to the UK permanently, you need a UK immigration lawyer in Ireland to help you.
You can call Total Law at +353 19039449 or contact us via our live chat.
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Do I Need an Irish Immigration Lawyer to Move to the UK?
Only Irish citizens and British citizens benefit from the ‘Common Travel Area’ (CTA) arrangement. Irish and UK citizens have had this arrangement in place for a very long time thanks to the UK and Irish governments. This agreement permits both Irish and UK citizens to move freely and reside in either jurisdiction and can enjoy rights and privileges, such as:
- The right to work in the UK
- The right to study in the UK
Irish nationals are permitted to vote in certain elections of the UK government, including local and national general elections. In the UK, however, Irish citizens may not be able to participate in European union elections.
This means that Irish nationals are automatically allowed to have permanent immigration permission to remain in the UK, from the day that they move to the UK. They do not require a UK visa.
If you are planning to study at a UK university, you should research if you are indeed eligible for UK student loans and verify what type of tuition fees you may face as this can vary depending on your circumstances.
Irish citizens have no issues with traveling freely between the two countries and do not need to be subjected to passport or immigration scrutiny/control.
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Moving From Ireland to the UK?
Only Irish citizens and British citizens benefit from the ‘Common Travel Area’ (CTA) arrangement. This long-term agreement permits both Irish and UK citizens to move freely and reside in either jurisdiction and enjoy privileges, such as the right to work and study in the UK.
Therefore, Irish nationals are automatically allowed to have permanent immigration permission to remain in the UK and do not require a UK visa.
If you are planning to study at a UK university, you should research if you are eligible for UK student loans and verify what type of tuition fees you may face as this can vary depending on your circumstances.
Irish citizens have no issues with traveling freely between the two countries and do not need to be subjected to passport or immigration scrutiny/control. However, this is not the case if you live in Ireland and do not have Irish citizenship. If you have a passport from a different country you should seek advice from an Irish immigration lawyer on how to relocate to the UK.
Options For Non-Irish Citizens To Obtain The Right To Live, Work, And Study In The UK
Total Law can offer support in making an application to relocate from Ireland to the UK. There are many pathways to relocating and you should ensure you are applying for the most suitable route otherwise your application will be refused or rejected by the UK Home Office.
With a wealth of experience, Total Law can help provide support in ensuring you are making the correct application and ensuring you are maximising your chances of success.
Choosing the Most Suitable UK Visa
It is important to apply for a UK visa that is the most suitable for your plans to avoid lengthy delays or additional costs.
Visitor Visas
Visitor visas are generally for short-term visits. They only allow for specific activities to be carried out in the UK and require the applicant to prove that they will leave the UK at the end of their stay.
Visitor visas include the following:
- Standard Visitor visa
- Permitted Paid Engagement visa
- Marriage Visitor visa
- Transit visa
Business Visas
There are a range of business visas that allow foreign nationals to come to the UK and carry out various business or work activities. They include the following:
- Innovator Founder visa
- Global Business Mobility visas:
- Senior or Specialist Worker visa
- Graduate Trainee visa
- UK Expansion Worker visa
- Secondment Worker Visa
- Service Supplier visa
Study Visas
Study visas are issued solely on the basis of allowing the holder to study in the UK. These include the following:
- Student visa
- Child Student visa
- Short-term Study visa
Work Visas
There are a wide range of work visas covering various disciplines and areas of work. These include the following:
- Skilled Worker visa
- Health and Care Worker visa
- British National (Overseas) visa
- Graduate visa
- Youth Mobility Scheme visa
- Global Talent visa
- High Potential Individual (HPI) visa
- Seasonal Worker visa
- Government Authorised Exchange visa
- Creative Worker visa
- Religious Worker visa
- Charity Worker visa
- International Agreement visa
- International Sportsperson visa
- Intra-Company Transfer Visa
- Temporary Worker Visa
- Youth Mobility Visa
- Sportsperson Visa
- Minister of Religion Visa
- Permitted Paid Engagement Visa
- Scale-up Worker visa
Family Visas
Family visas allow foreign nationals to settle in the UK with an eligible UK-based family member. These include the following:
- Spouse or Partner visa
- Parent visa
- Child Dependent visa
- Adult Dependent visa
How Total Law Can Help
Moving to another country can often be an overwhelming experience. With many aspects to consider, including sourcing the correct visa, ensuring you have enough funds and finding accommodation. Hiring a trained immigration lawyer could take some of the stress away for you.
Total Law’s team of highly trained immigration lawyers have the tools and expertise to see you through the immigration process of relocating to the UK from Ireland.
We can handle all aspects of your visa application and work with the Home Office to maximise your success in relocating from Ireland to the UK.
You can call us on +353 19039449, or contact us online seven days a week via our live chat.
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During this Advice Session, an immigration lawyer will assess your circumstances, explain your options and tell you what you need to do to make a strong application.
We review your circumstances, explain the relevant requirements, identify potential problems or refusal risks, and advise you on the evidence and next steps.
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With our Application Package, your dedicated immigration lawyer will assess your case, prepare your application, check your supporting documents and submit your forms on your behalf.
We check your application for missing information, inconsistencies and potential issues before submission, helping you avoid common mistakes that could affect your case.
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Our Fast-Track Application Package gives your case priority with our immigration lawyers, helping you get your application prepared, checked and submitted as quickly as possible.
Your case receives priority handling, including accelerated document reviews, application preparation, communication with your caseworker and submission support.
The Appeal Package
Our immigration lawyers will review the decision, explain why it was refused and advise on the strongest option available to you, including an appeal, review or fresh application where appropriate.
We will examine the reasons for refusal, identify weaknesses or errors, assess your available options and provide the legal support and representation your case requires.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brexit has resulted in EEA citizens and non-EEA family members (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Northern Ireland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden) being newly subjected to all UK immigration rules, thus losing their Freedom of Movement rights. As such, these citizens need to abide by the new immigration laws laid out by the UK government.
This would only happen if the Irish citizen did not follow UK laws and/or it is in the “public interest” to have them deported like committing an egregious crime.
Generally speaking, no. As Ireland and the UK are different countries, owning a residence permit in one does not automatically entitle you to travel to the other. If you are resident in Ireland and wish to travel to the UK, you must be aware of the guidelines you are required to follow that will allow you to travel to the UK.
Irish citizens and other visa-exempt nationals are able to travel from Ireland to the UK without having to apply for a visa.
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