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What is the change? Ireland has implemented new residence processes for non-EEA family members of U.K. nationals following the end of the Brexit transition period on Dec. 31, 2020.
What does the change mean? Before the end of the Brexit transition period, eligible non-EEA family members of U.K. nationals could avail themselves of EU Treaty Rights in Ireland. That is no longer an option with the end of the Brexit transition period. U.K. nationals can sponsor their family member to live in Ireland, however. Depending on the nationality of the non-EEA family member, they will be required to apply through either the preclearance or visa scheme before entering Ireland.
Background: Before the end of the Brexit transition period, eligible non-EEA family members of U.K. nationals could receive “Stamp 4 EU Fam” permission to reside in Ireland under EU Treaty Rights. The U.K.’s Brexit transition period ended on Dec. 31, 2020, meaning non-EEA family members of U.K. nationals will no longer be able to avail themselves of EU Treaty rights. However, U.K. nationals will be able to act as a sponsor for their non-EEA family members should the family members wish to live in Ireland and meet the eligible criteria.
Non-EEA family members of U.K. nationals may be eligible to avail of this scheme if they are:
Both the applications for a Join Family Entry Visa and the preclearance scheme can be made online on the AVATS application system. Following the submission of the online form, applicants will need to file their full applications and supporting documents in line with local Irish Embassy policy. Non-EEA family members of U.K. nationals should not enter Ireland until they have been granted their entry visa or preclearance approval letter.
Analysis & Comments: Deloitte welcomes this update on the immigration process for non-EEA family members of U.K. nationals. Individuals should note that eligibility to apply to the above does not mean that it is automatically assumed that the non-EEA national’s application will be granted under the scheme. If a non-EEA family member of a U.K. national wishes to enter Ireland as a visitor, then the above does not apply. If you have employees or potential new hires who may be impacted by the above changes, please contact the Deloitte immigration team to assist.
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