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A citizenship appeal consultation in Ireland is for anyone whose application for Irish citizenship has been refused and who wants to understand their options. This is a solicitor consultation on appealing an Irish citizenship refusal, covering judicial review prospects, the timing of a fresh application, and a review of your evidence. Work of this kind is carried out by a solicitor regulated by the Law Society of Ireland. We are not a solicitor’s practice and do not provide it — to instruct a solicitor, use the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
What’s included
- A solicitor consultation on your citizenship refusal
- Assessment of judicial review prospects
- Advice on the timing of a fresh application
- Review of your evidence
- Dedicated solicitor time by phone or video at the booked slot
- A clear explanation of the law that applies and where you stand
- Practical next steps, with the cost of any follow-on work agreed before you commit
This consultation is priced on application. Request an assessment and the fee is confirmed with you before anything proceeds.
Who this is for
- Applicants for naturalisation who have received a refusal letter
- People refused because of residence calculations, gaps in permission or documentation issues
- Applicants refused on character grounds who want to know whether and when to reapply
- Anyone deciding between a judicial review challenge and a fresh application
How it works
- Request an assessment online and tell us briefly what happened, uploading your refusal letter and any key documents.
- A solicitor would confirm the scope and fee with you before the consultation goes ahead.
- A solicitor would review your documents before the call so the time is spent on advice.
- You receive clear advice on your options and any deadlines. If further work is needed, it is quoted and only proceeds if you decide to go ahead.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a citizenship appeal consultation cost in Ireland?
This consultation is priced on application, because the work depends on the refusal and the documents involved. Request an assessment and the fee will be confirmed with you before anything proceeds.
Can I appeal a refusal of Irish citizenship?
There is generally no statutory appeal against a refusal of naturalisation. The main legal challenge is judicial review in the High Court, which examines whether the decision was made lawfully and fairly rather than re-deciding the application.
How long do I have to challenge a citizenship refusal?
Judicial review proceedings must generally be brought within three months of the decision, and this time limit is applied strictly. You can also make a fresh application, and the consultation considers whether and when that is the better route.
For more on permits, visas and citizenship, see our immigration and citizenship guide for Ireland.
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