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A visa refusal review in Ireland is an independent assessment by an Irish solicitor of why an application was refused and what to do next. A service of this kind typically includes a full review of your refusal letter and application file, identification of the refusal grounds, an assessment of appeal versus fresh application options, a written legal opinion, and a 30-minute video debrief. It is for anyone refused on a visa, permission renewal, Stamp 4, citizenship or EU Treaty Rights application.
What’s included
- Full review of your refusal letter and the underlying application file
- Identification of the specific refusal grounds cited by the decision-maker
- Assessment of realistic appeal versus fresh application options
- Written legal opinion outlining the recommended route, prospects of success and indicative timelines
- 30-minute video debrief with the solicitor
- 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 refused a visa for Ireland
- People refused a permission renewal or Stamp 4
- People refused citizenship or an EU Treaty Rights residence card
- Anyone who wants an independent assessment before deciding whether to appeal
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 and file and prepares a written legal opinion.
- Your written legal opinion is delivered by email, followed by a 30-minute video debrief.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a visa refusal review 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.
Should I appeal or make a fresh application?
That depends on the refusal grounds and whether they can be addressed with new evidence. The written opinion recommends a route and explains the prospects of success.
How quickly will I get the opinion?
Appeals are subject to time limits, so contact us promptly after the refusal.
For more on Irish immigration, visas and citizenship, see our Immigration & Citizenship in Ireland guide.
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