Dublin4you Newsletter - Issue #8

JUNHO 2020

Phase 2 of Ireland's Roadmap for reopening is now live

On Monday, 8 June 2020 we've entered into Phase 2 of Ireland's Roadmap for reopening.

As per the latest guidelines available on gov.ie website the following advice applies:

  • Stay Local: You may travel within your own county, or up to 20 kilometres from your home if crossing county boundaries.
  • Meeting other people: You may meet up to 6 people from outside your household both indoors and outdoors for social gatherings. Organised outdoor exercise, sporting, cultural or social activities of up to 15 people may take place.
  • Shops: All retail is reopening. Shop locally, shop safely and support businesses in your community.
  • Work from home: It is more important than ever to work from home where possible.
  • Transport: Walk or cycle if you can. Only use public transport if you absolutely need to. Public transport capacity is limited because of social distancing requirements.

For additional information regarding Phase 2 please visit the Phase 2 information bulletin published on gov.ie


Immigration Services Update

Immigration Services continue to respond to challenges posed by Covid-19 crisis. Below is a brief summary of some of the recent, temporary, policy updates.

  • Travelling to Ireland: you are required to self-isolate for 14 days. This includes Irish citizens coming home.
  • First Registration in the State: local registration offices are currently closed. apply to the Registration Office to request a letter confirming their permission to remain in the State.
  • Additional Time for Language Students: If you left Ireland, you may return and resume your studies. The duration of time you spent outside Ireland will not be taken into account towards the 2 years maximum period of English language study. If you are at the end of the 2 year stay but cannot return home, you have the possibility to extend your stay until the end of the year by re-enrolling on an online English course.
  • EU Treaty Rights and Domestic Residence Applications: It is now allowed to submit applications by email

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