Hello,
I am an American citizen who has lived in Ireland for the past 17 years. I hold a stamp 4 visa that is expiring on March 29th, 2020. I originally had a visa based upon my skill set in ICT. I have been employed at a private hospital for the past 13 years. I married my wife, who is Irish, in 2008. Since then we have had two children; a nine year old girl and a 6 year old boy. They are both Irish citizens.
My wife separated from me in November 2018. I attempted to reconcile but to no avail. There was no infidelity or abuse in the relationship. We have been living separately since June 2019.
I am awaiting return of a new passport from the US Embassy in Dublin. I am fearful that the Gardai will deny the renewal of my visa despite the fact that I am still legally married. My wife and I are not legally separated. I am fearful that I will lose my job and be unable to support my children or afford a place to live. I am also fearful that I would be deported from the country. I have always been employed in this country and have contributed substantially to PAYE and PRSI.
Can you advise if you have come across similar situations? I feel very foolish that I have never taken up Irish citizenship. I never thought that I would need it as I never envisioned being separated from my wife. Also, I know that I should have actioned my visa sooner. However, with the separation, a major surgery and my mother passing recently I honestly didn’t think of it. I have been here so long that, with everything else going on, it did not cross my mind. I live in Ireland and intend to remain here. My family is here. Any advice you can offer would be fantastic.
Thanks a million.
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