Sorry I don't have good legal advice here, but more of a personal experience one. If you don't push them, they will process the visa as a normal Join Spouse visa and it will take ages. I would suggest to call the Irish embassy where the visa application is processed (South Africa?), and explain to ...

We have a very unfortunate situation that we need some help on asap pls on how to approach it. I was naturalized Irish in 2009 and got married to a Mauritian citizen in 2007. My wife joined me then and after my naturalization she got a stamp 4 valid till Dec 2014. My wife and my daughter (Irish citi...

Folks, It's been a long time since I last visited this forum. I got my naturalisation back in Oct/Nov 2009 and it's my wife's turn to apply for her naturalisation. So this year We have the option to either apply on the basis that she's been on valid work permits with all the relevant stamps for the ...

This is great news.

Thanks 9J

Folks, Not sure if this the place to ask the following question but I searched the Index but couldn't find anything more appropriate. I finally received my Citizenship certificate last week and I'm so relieved. My question is my wife is currently on a Spousal permit with Stamp1 which is due to expir...

Folks, Not sure if this the place to ask the following question but I searched the Index but couldn't find anything more appropriate. I finally received my Citizenship certificate last week and I'm so relieved. My question is my wife is currently on a Spousal permit with Stamp1 which is due to expir...

I got my approval in August, took the oath on 7 October and posted my yellow form on 12 October. After more than 7 weeks I still haven't received my Naturalisation Certificate... How long does it typically take? Having browsed previous posts, I thought it should take about 5 weeks, but maybe things...

Folks, As per the instructions in the approval letter, I rang Dolphin House and the next available slot left is the 10th of Dec (which I took). Just wondering if there is an other way to get an appointment in another court. Would any of you know anyone in these courts that can help please. 10th of D...

Finally, Finally, Finally... Came back from a team night out this evening and guess what was waiting for me in the letter box....the long awaited piece of paper that tells you your application for a certificate of naturalisation has been approved. Funny thing is, only this morning I went to the GNIB...

To HSE... Apologies for te late reply mate. I had Stamp 4 before (on work Authorisation). No gaps in timeframe. I just sent my old and new passport with a cover letter thru reg post detailing all stamps and reckonable service. This morning I went to GNIB and got my new card with stamp 5 for 10 years...

Hi Folks, Got a very pleasant surprise this morning, my passports arrived by registered post with one stamp saying the following: The holder of this passport is permitted to reside in Ireland without condition as to time." There is also a letter stating the endorsement is valid up to the expiry...

Thanks for clarifying.
Rgds,

NI

Folks,

I was told on 19/05 that my file was being prepared to be sent to the minister. Then on the 16/06 INIS informed me that file was sent to the Minister the previous week. 07/07 - waiting for minister's approval.

How long does this process take pls?

cheers,

NI

Thanks to all, I sent all my passports and cover letter to INIS yesterday. Hopefully, I'll get them back in 5-6 days. Just need further clarifications on the below: 1. How do they send the passports back? Registered post or normal? 2. What stamp does one get and for how long is it valid? 3. Is one e...

Hi folks,

just wondering if any of you have recently applied for WCATT and what's the timeframe for processing like.

Thanks,

NI

To IrelandHopeful... Painful journey indeed but your patience paid off. Enjoy the rest of your life...well under gale winds and torrential rain :lol: Seriously though....many many congrats. To ALL... I think by now we can join forces and write a book on Immigration in Ireland or even be advisers/con...

To HSE... I'm not breaking the champagne yet. Until I receive the naturalisation cert in my hands I won't be rejoicing. My timelines as follows: Applied in May 06 Ack in June 06 Birth affidavit, P21 and bank statements requested in Aug 08 Sent for Garda clearance in sept 08 Marriage cert requested i...

Don't know how much I should believe this but it sounded very nice to my ears. So, here's the update from today: I started calling at 10:00 on the dot and got through within 5 mins. But then waited for about 20 mins for an operator. Very nice lady, crosschecked my details and confirmed that everythi...

Don't know how much I should believe this but it sounded very nice to my ears. So, here's the update from today: I started calling at 10:00 on the dot and got through within 5 mins. But then waited for about 20 mins for an operator. Very nice lady, crosschecked my details and confirmed that everythi...

Disgrace really. I can't be bothered to ring them anymore and to hear all their waffles. There is still something called dignity in me.

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Brilliant news Kumar.

Do you know how long it took for Garda and Welfare services for you?

cheers,

NI

Any lucky callers today.. Still waiting for external reports i.e. Garda and Welfare. Lady said normally it takes 3-6 months but now it's taking longer due to backlog (or should I say artificial backlog). She requested me to ring back in 6 weeks time but forgot to mention that to say in advance ' we ...

To Goodone..

If you know the name of the solicitor, can you pls pvt me.

Thanks,

NI

Has anyone in here tried to put their case forward to a sollicitor? what was the experience like and would you recommend such a step?

Interested in our thoughts.

NI

Does anyone in here has a template that can be used to apply for the WTAC pls?

Thanks,

NI