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A visa refusal review consultation in Ireland is a 60-minute meeting with a solicitor to help you understand why your Irish visa application was refused and what you can do next. This service is for applicants, and for family members or employers supporting them, who have received a visa refusal and want the refusal grounds explained in plain English before deciding whether to appeal or reapply. 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 60-minute consultation with a solicitor focused on your Irish visa refusal
- An explanation of the refusal grounds set out in your decision
- An outline of your appeal options
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- People whose Irish visa application has been refused and who do not fully understand the reasons given
- Applicants deciding whether to appeal the refusal or make a fresh application
- Family members in Ireland supporting a relative whose visit or join-family visa was refused
- Employers or sponsors who want to understand a refusal affecting someone they invited
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- A solicitor would then review your refusal letter and application papers and meets with you for the 60-minute consultation.
- The completed work is delivered to you by email, with plain-English notes on what to do next.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a visa refusal consultation cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
Can I appeal an Irish visa refusal?
In many cases a refused visa decision can be appealed, and the refusal letter will set out whether an appeal is available and the time limit for making one. It is important to act promptly, as a late appeal may not be accepted.
Should I appeal or reapply after a visa refusal?
That depends on the reasons for the refusal and whether they can be addressed with further evidence or explanation. a solicitor would explain the refusal grounds and outline the options open to you so you can decide on the best next step.
For more on Irish immigration, visas and citizenship, see our Immigration & Citizenship in Ireland guide.
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