Hi Mairead, I noticed that you wrote this post a while ago, but I'm interested in how you got on, because I'm now in the same situation. WAs the process smooth for you? Also; how were you able to provide evidence of a joint address? I thought that in Order to open a bank account, you have to be a resident in Ireland. Sorry for so many questions. Would really appreciate any info/experience you've had. Tara

Hi Melissa, With regard to #2, be sure to have them give you the longest timestamp possible when coming in as a tourist. I know of cases where they'll ask how long you plan to stay and stamp it for exactly that amount of time. If the person before you is staying 2 weeks, you don't WAnt that stamped on your passport. You'll need plenty of time after you do marry to get everything in Order to send for residency status. I hope someone else can chime in on your other questions. I don't have personal experience with it. Liam

Hi Liam and other nomads, Some notes and then some questions about UpackWeShip—would love to know if others think there is a better deal out there. We are looking to move back in April to Ireland from WAshington DC. And after looking at this site, are leaning towards UpackWeShip. We got on their website and then called them. Learned some interesting things. 1. They offer three sizes of shipment, pallet, U crate and container. Its all clear on the site, but what’s not clear is that you should pack up with your own materials (from WAlmart or onlin ...

So, I intend to ship my belongings via a FCL in advance of my home renovation being complete, in Order to avoid the timing nightmares and delays that I've read about on this forum. One of the options Schumacher presented WAs long-term storage thru their (un-named) partner in Ireland. The estimate contains a hefty line item for a 10-month alotment of storage fees. It is unclear whether they would store the entire container or unload into a storage unit. My guess is the latter, but I would seek clarification. On the other hand, I have found a self-storage ...

... he is a UK citisen, it will take longer as Irish Immigration is swamped with UK citizens applying for their Irish citizenship. Since I am an Italian/American the process WAs a lot quicker as there are not many Italians coming to Ireland at the moment. You mentioned that you have been splitting your time between here and the US - I believe you will need to show that you have been in Oreland consistently before your application will be accepted. All in all, after we applied, Joe received his temp Stamp 4 3-4 weeks later - but we had every single document req ...

Hi Jo Maybe the repatriation division of the INIS are the right people to contact. Wouldn't a deportation Order have an expiration on it? Does he have whatever paperwork WAs given at the time? If you can't get answers from the INIS or the GNIB, I'd suggest contacting a solicitor in Ireland. Best of luck with it! Liam

... insensitive phrase, but I don't know what else it's called). Are these types of weddings considered 'sham' even though in many cases, they are long lasting. Or arranged marriages. It WAsn't unheard of in Ireland up until recent decades, particularly in rural areas, for marriages to be arranged in some fashion or another. Not for you to answer obviously, I'm just thinking out loud.

no, unfortunately there is no office in Ireland. Who would we contact in Order to prove that we could financially support ourselves? Liam, we are both US citizens.

Hello everyone, We are a family with kids currently living in the US and would love to make the move to Ireland. My husband works remotely and can live anywhere. I am wondering if it is even possible for us to move and if so, what visa or other requirements would we need? In Order to apply for a work permit it looks like you need to have a job with a company that is in Ireland, so that wouldn't work for us. I can't find any information about our particular situation. Thanks so much! Laura

Bigjo You will have to move over first to meet the criteria, even for Credit Unions these days. Its not a problem I still have a UK account registered at my Daughters that handles some standing Order commitments there. Check what your bank (UK) charges for ATM withdrawals in € and work the best WAy of sorting that. My Halifax account WAs great when it charged £0.50 per transaction but it now charges a set fee + a % which makes it terrible for transfers. You will also have to sort out the pension payments once you have opened an Irish account.