Immigration Permissions Automatically Extended Through April 20, 2021

Key Points

• The government is extending immigration permissions through April 20, 2021 due to COVID-19
• Immigration permissions with an expiration between January 21, 2021 and April 19, 2021 are eligible for the extension
• Employment Permits are excluded from the extension
• First-time registrants in Dublin require an in-person appointment
• An in-person appointment is required for all applicants outside of Dublin

Overview

In response to closures and processing delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Irish government is automatically renewing immigration permissions with an expiration date between January 21, 2021 and April 19, 2021 through April 20, 2021.

What are the Changes?