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I'm not sure if this would work. He's only a British citizen, not British/Irish dual. She would have to enter the UK either with him or after him, and if he relocates first to NI, then she could only apply under the UK immigration rules. I think Birdy had looked at it (spouse was American) and they were told that they had to make the application under the UK immigration rules. I'll see if I can find that old thread later.As the situation stands, Northern Ireland would be the best option for you and your wife. If your wife applies for the EEA family permit from the British Embassy in the U.S she can start working in the U.K as soon as she lands.
No reason at all... I never saw the point before, as I was young, able to live and work here and the only difference I saw was that I could not vote in a referendum. I regret it now, of course.JAJ wrote: Any reason why you didn't become an Irish citizen when you were eligible (about 6 years ago)? The processing times are quite long currently, but probably were quicker then (especially for someone British).
I assume here you mean official residency, not merely a visitor's visa to another state? She spent some time (6 months - 1 year) in England, living and working although I must admit, I'm not sue whether this was legally or not (I will find out)JAJ wrote: EU1 applications where there is not previous residence in another EEA state.
Which shouldn't be a problem. Now that the ppron method to naturalisation is closed, those who choose the EEA route do need to understand the consequence in terms of eligibility for British citizenship.yankeegirl wrote:I'm not sure if this would work. He's only a British citizen, not British/Irish dual. She would have to enter the UK either with him or after him, and if he relocates first to NI, then she could only apply under the UK immigration rules.
I think you're asking questions for which no answer on forum exists. The Irish immigration service don't publish any of their policies, if even they have policies (as opposed to case officer whims) in the first place.thegoatherder wrote:JAJ wrote: I assume here you mean official residency, not merely a visitor's visa to another state? She spent some time (6 months - 1 year) in England, living and working although I must admit, I'm not sue whether this was legally or not (I will find out)
Does anyone know if the cases are actually reviewed properly? I may be British, but I have been here from a very young age, a very long time and have completed all of my education and my entire employment record in this state. Surely I have a good case? Would this require an immigration solicitor and how much can I expect to pay for a case such as this?
Thanks to all for your advice so far.