Taise Azevedo 
For entrepreneurs looking to establish an innovative business in Ireland, the Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) offers a unique opportunity. Launched by the Irish Government in 2012, STEP provides a pathway for non-EEA nationals to secure residency while developing their business in Ireland. Who Can Apply? To be eligible for STEP, applicants must meet specific criteria: … Read more
As of 13 January 2025, the responsibility for first-time immigration residence permission registrations across all counties in Ireland has been transferred from the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) to Immigration Service Delivery (ISD), under the Department of Justice. Where to register All first-time registrations must now be completed in person at the registration office located … Read more
Understanding the E-Vetting Process for Irish Citizenship Applications E-Vetting is an electronic criminal background check conducted by the Garda National Vetting Bureau. This process is a mandatory step in various official applications, including the Irish citizenship process, to ensure the applicant meets the character requirements set by the Department of Justice. In the context of … Read more
The Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment has announced a deferral of the proposed increases to the Minimum Annual Remuneration (MAR) for employment permits, which were originally planned for January 2025. This decision follows the initiation of a review aimed at ensuring future increases are sustainable for both employers and permit holders. The MAR, which … Read more
McGrath Mullan LLP is honoured to have been appointed as the legal information provider for the Brazilian Embassy in Ireland. This week the partners Gerard McGrath and Taise Azevedo had the privilege of signing the agreement with Ambassador Flávio Macieira, formalising this important partnership. We are truly grateful for this opportunity and look forward to a productive and successful … Read more
Ireland’s divorce process is based on a ‘no-fault’ system, meaning the court does not consider the reasons behind the breakdown of the marriage. However, to obtain a divorce, you must meet the following three key requirements: 1. Living Apart for two of the past three years You and your spouse must have lived apart for at least two … Read more
On 20 September 2024, McGrath Mullan LLP, as a sponsor of the III International Congress of the Brazilian Lawyers Association (ABA), was represented by Partner Taise Azevedo and Legal Executives Fabiano Milani and Valquiria Silva at the Law Society of Ireland in Dublin. The event, attended by notable figures including Minister-Counsellor Felipe Costi Santarosa and … Read more
As of 4th November 2024, the Irish Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) will officially take over responsibility from the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) for the renewal of residence permissions across all counties in Ireland. From this date, all applicants nationwide must use the ISD online renewal portal to submit their applications. This change means that applicants … Read more
This notice, published on the Irish Immigration website, highlights important information for non-EEA nationals planning to travel over the upcoming Christmas holiday period. The Immigration Services Registration Office in Burgh Quay, Dublin, is currently handling a high volume of renewal applications, with processing times estimated at 3-4 weeks. After the renewal process is completed, it … Read more
If you have Irish ancestry and were born outside of Ireland, you might be eligible to become an Irish citizen through a process called Foreign Birth Registration (FBR). Irish citizenship can be passed by descent. It’s a pathway that has become increasingly popular for those who cherish their Irish roots or seek the benefits of … Read more
