Reckonable residence means residence in Ireland that counts towards becoming eligible to apply for naturalisation. If you are from outside the EEA, the UK and Switzerland, certain periods of residence are counted towards the reckonable residence you need to qualify for naturalisation.
Are you legally entitled to reside in Ireland?
If you are not from the EEA, Switzerland and the UK, you must have permission to live in Ireland. To get permission to come to Ireland to work, you have to apply for an employment permit. In general, you must get your employment permit before you come to Ireland.
Can spouse of Irish citizen live in Ireland?
At present, there is no automatic entitlement for Irish citizens to bring their non-EU family members to live in Ireland. This means that someone who is in a de-facto relationship, in a civil-partnership or married to an Irish citizen, must apply for permission to allow them to live and work in Ireland.
Can I get married on a tourist visa in Ireland?
You can apply for a marriage/civil partnership visa up to 3 months before your date of travel to Ireland. If you are visiting another state prior to travelling to Ireland, you must have the relevant visa for that state in your passport before applying for an Irish visa.
How much income do I need to sponsor my spouse in Ireland?
In the case of a sponsor who is resident in Ireland, evidence that they meet the minimum level of earnings required – P60s for the 3 years immediately prior to the date of your application and 3 recent consecutive pay slips.
Can a UK spouse of an Irish citizen live in Spain?
Unfortunately for those UK Nationals and spouses of EU (including Irish Citizens) already residing legally in Spain and holders of a residency certificate, the Spanish governments recent Royal Decree on the updating of these certificates for a foreigners card (TIE), have failed to include or even mention these citizens rights.
How can I find out if I can live in Ireland permanently?
For information on housing in Ireland, including renting and owning a home, you can look at Citizens Information on housing. Look at the Citizens Information on leaving Ireland. Read the guidance on returning to the UK permanently which includes information on, amongst other things, tax, access to services and bringing family members.
Are there any UK nationals married to Irish citizens?
Those present discussed the circumstances in relation to residency status post Brexit of the numerous UK nationals married or partnered with Irish nationals and residing in Spain. The discussion also included those couples from Ireland who have intentions to relocate to Spain in the future.
When do family members have the right to stay in Ireland?
Your family members’ right to stay in Ireland depends on your entitlement. They may of course, acquire an entitlement in their own right. During the transition period (the period from 1 February 2020 to 31 December 2020), family members of UK citizens will continue to exercise the same rights as family members of EEA citizens.
