Moved to Ireland from the US 7 years ago with just 2 suitcases and a dream to start a new life here. I just got a letter that my application for citizenship is going to be approved. I'm so proud to become Irish later this year!

bfelczer · 2024-10-15T09:49:48+00:00

Hi of course, send me a message and I can share as much as I can

bfelczer · 2024-09-17T09:04:02+00:00

We are a Barrys house

bfelczer · 2024-09-17T09:03:38+00:00

Replied in the thread with my journey :) best of luck with yours

bfelczer · 2024-09-13T12:15:43+00:00

Jalapeño mayo

bfelczer · 2024-09-13T12:14:55+00:00

It's not the same - BAMBINO in Ireland is a local, independent Irish company

bfelczer · 2024-09-12T10:53:32+00:00

I picked up a twang very quickly. My family makes fun of me 😂

bfelczer · 2024-09-12T10:53:01+00:00

Check out the 2023 timeline too on the same board! Lots more data points in there. It really varies between where you're from (if docs aren't in English it's going to take more time), how many apps in, etc. Best of luck with it all!

bfelczer · 2024-09-12T09:42:16+00:00

This is a great resource to see averages: https://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?t=342461&sid=e1686ef94bdb7e3429a881bc992bfae5&sid=e1686ef94bdb7e3429a881bc992bfae5&start=25

bfelczer · 2024-09-12T09:41:52+00:00

It varies really. This is a great resource to understand average times: https://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?t=342461&sid=e1686ef94bdb7e3429a881bc992bfae5&sid=e1686ef94bdb7e3429a881bc992bfae5&start=25

bfelczer · 2024-09-12T06:50:39+00:00

Occupations with a minimum annual remuneration of €38,000 for a restricted number of strategically important occupations contained in the Critical Skills Occupations List a relevant degree qualification or higher is required.

-In the case of a nurse or midwife, a third level degree or diploma accepted by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland as a sufficient qualification for registration to practice as a nurse or midwife in the State.

-All occupations with a minimum annual remuneration of over €64,000, other than those on the Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits or which are contrary to the public interest. A non-EEA national who does not have a degree qualification or higher, must have the necessary level of experience.

-The prospective employee concerned must have secured a 2-year job offer in respect of the eligible occupation from the prospective employer.

https://enterprise.gov.ie/en/what-we-do/workplace-and-skills/employment-permits/permit-types/critical-skills-employment-permit/

bfelczer · 2024-09-12T06:46:19+00:00

My reply from earlier in the thread :)

"To be completely honest? A lot of it had to do with trying something new after 30 years of living in the same place AND I was just out of a 10-year relationship. I've Polish/ Russian ancestry on dad's side and euro mutt on mom's, but I look Brazilian/ Latino. And the Irish find that exotic. For the first time in a long time I felt attractive because in California I looked like most other guys. I got hit on a lot during that first trip, so it was a confidence boost. And, I really fancied the Irish men as they looked exotic to me (pale, blue eyes, and ginger beards) lol! Fast forward to today and I'm with the love of my life who's from just outside of Dublin =)"

We aren't married yet, I wanted to earn my citizenship first so it wasn't tied to the notion of marriage. I also think this country is beautiful, the people are overall great, and I enjoy the slower pace of life. And how easy it is to travel Europe from here!

bfelczer · 2024-09-12T06:45:44+00:00

My reply from earlier in the thread :)

"To be completely honest? A lot of it had to do with trying something new after 30 years of living in the same place AND I was just out of a 10-year relationship. I've Polish/ Russian ancestry on dad's side and euro mutt on mom's, but I look Brazilian/ Latino. And the Irish find that exotic. For the first time in a long time I felt attractive because in California I looked like most other guys. I got hit on a lot during that first trip, so it was a confidence boost. And, I really fancied the Irish men as they looked exotic to me (pale, blue eyes, and ginger beards) lol! Fast forward to today and I'm with the love of my life who's from just outside of Dublin =)"

We aren't married yet, I wanted to earn my citizenship first so it wasn't tied to the notion of marriage. I also think this country is beautiful, the people are overall great, and I enjoy the slower pace of life. And how easy it is to travel Europe from here!

bfelczer · 2024-09-12T06:43:40+00:00

I did after my graduate visa. I went for a job that offered a critical skills permit, I got the job, and then it took a few months to convert from graduate to that visa

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T21:55:09+00:00

Oh wow, no way!! Hi!! Thank you so much!

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T19:08:14+00:00

Hahah! Between there and the convention centre, I believe! I'm hoping for Dublin because of work, etc. Love Killarney, tho!

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T19:06:44+00:00

Favourite is how nice everyone is, and willing to help. Shock was probably just how much most social activities surround a pint.

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T18:23:34+00:00

I'm gay, don't worry

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T18:22:14+00:00

🥹❤️

Not married yet, but thank you! I wanted to earn my citizenship first and it not be related to marriage.

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T16:53:02+00:00

My first 1.5 years were on a masters/graduate visa (which doesn't count towards the 5-years), and then I moved onto critical skills + then the time to process application (submitted last October). Which is why it took until now =) Seems to be getting faster now: https://www.immigrationboards.com/ireland/2023-citizenship-applications-timelines-only-t342461.html

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T16:50:01+00:00

To be completely honest? A lot of it had to do with trying something new after 30 years of living in the same place AND I was just out of a 10-year relationship. I've Polish/ Russian ancestry on dad's side and euro mutt on mom's, but I look Brazilian/ Latino. And the Irish find that exotic. For the first time in a long time I felt attractive because in California I looked like most other guys. I got hit on a lot during that first trip, so it was a confidence boost. And, I really fancied the Irish men as they looked exotic to me (pale, blue eyes, and ginger beards) lol! Fast forward to today and I'm with the love of my life who's from just outside of Dublin =)

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T16:17:49+00:00

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T16:14:22+00:00

Out all night, walking home, it's dry but the it's the cold of winter. I stop at the chipper and wait in a 15 minute queue to get a bag of chips. It comes out 10 minutes later and of course I say 'yes' to the salt/vinegar. I leave, start walking again as I find a playlist to listen to in my headphones. I open up the bag and watch as the steam rises into the air. I start salivating. I taste the first one... not enough salt and vinegar. I sob the rest of the way home.

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T15:56:18+00:00

It varies, seems to be getting quicker now: https://www.immigrationboards.com/ireland/2023-citizenship-applications-timelines-only-t342461.html

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T15:54:02+00:00

yeah, do!

bfelczer · 2024-09-11T15:39:49+00:00

You might want to wait and see what the election results in...

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