IMPORTANT UPDATE – New arrangements for Ukrainians living in Ireland have commenced – The Temporary Protection Transition Scheme 30th September 2026- 30th March 2027
The Department of Justice, Home affairs and Migration have finally commenced a scheme to deal with the future for Ukrainian nationals living in Ireland under the Temporary Protection Directive. This news is long awaited and very welcome for those planning their future in Ireland since being announced by the [...]
Information for non-EU family members of an EU/EEA/SWISS Citizen living in Ireland
If you hold an Irish Article 10 Residence Card as the non-EU family member of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen, you should be aware of the following information: Under EU Law, EU Treaty Rights can apply to qualifying non-EU family members, provided the EU/EEA/Swiss family member is exercising their free-movement rights in [...]
Proposed New Rules to Irish Citizenship eligibility – Sept 2026
Sinnott Solicitors Ireland have received numerous emails, phone calls and enquiries from those who have either applied or intend to apply for Irish Citizenship with the announcement by the Minister to propose changes to the rules around eligibility for Irish Citizenship. The proposal has yet to be brought to [...]
Right of Appeal for Visit Visa
There is no longer any right of Appeal for Visit Visa (C visa) applications to Ireland Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) guidance on applying for a visit family visa currently states that in order to prepare an application for a C visa (Visit visa), an applicant should prepared 3 months prior to travel and in general, can expect a decision [...]
High Court Case – Medical Negligence – CUH Psychiatric Services
We would like to pay tribute to our client Nancy Reilly who spoke outside court yesterday about changes needed to deal with mental health. We hope that this case will go some way towards improving training and standards in our mental health system. She said “One thing Mark would want [...]
New arrangements for Ukrainians living in Ireland announced- The Temporary Protection Transition Scheme
The Department of Justice, Home affairs and Migration have finally announced a scheme to deal with the future for Ukrainian nationals living in Ireland under the Temporary Protection Directive. This news is long awaited and very welcome for those planning their future in Ireland. The “Temporary Protection Transition Scheme” will [...]



