1. We arrange a meeting with you to discuss your case
We arrange an appointment with you to get a better understanding of your specific needs and requirements. We can do this over the phone, at our offices or on Skype.
The Start-up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) grants non-EEA nationals Irish residency status if they bring a high potential start-up business to Ireland.
Established in 2012 to stimulate productive investment in Ireland, the programme offers residency in Ireland to dynamic business professionals with a proven record of success.
If you’re approved, you and your family will be able to enter Ireland on multi-entry visas, with permission to remain in the country for defined periods of time and the possibility of on-going renewal.
Entrepreneur Visa Application
When applying, there are a few things that are key to your STEP application success.
1. You need to clearly demonstrate that you have the minimum funds that the programme requires. If you are the first founder of the start-up this is €50k. For any subsequent founder, this is €30k.
2. You need to include a detailed and robust business plan.
If these two criteria can be met, an independent committee will then examine your application on its unique merits.
This is where the solicitors at Gibson & Associates can really help you.
Our specialised team have the experience and skill to make sure your application is both compelling and persuasive. We’ll take complete ownership of the application, keeping you informed along the way. This leaves you to get on with building your business.
You and your circumstances are unique – your solicitor should be too. Get in touch with our experienced immigration team today, and we’ll get back to you within 3 hours or less.
Immigration Areas include the following:
Visas
If you’re planning on visiting Ireland from a non-EEA country, you’ll need a visa to enter and stay in the country. The type of visa you need depends on why you’re coming and how long you plan to stay.
Immigration Clinics
If you or a friend or family member are struggling with immigration issues, we invite you to attend our Legal Advice Clinic with our Immigration and Asylum specialists at no cost for the initial meeting.
Visas FAQs
Gibson & Associates are experts in immigration law, and we have successfully helped thousands of people through the Irish immigration and visa processes.
We get a lot of general enquiries about Irish visa and immigration rules – many of which are easily answered and don’t require our assistance.
Irish Citizenship
Irish citizenship opens the doors to a life in Ireland and the opportunity to travel and work freely throughout the 27 countries in the European Union.
Irish Citizenship for USA & UK Nationals
An Irish passport doesn’t only open the doors to a life in Ireland but also allows those in possession of the document to travel and work freely throughout the 27 countries located in the European Union.
Moving to Ireland from the USA
Moving home can be very stressful, especially if you’re relocating from one country to another.
For citizens of the United States of America who wish to relocate to Ireland…
Entrepreneurship Scheme
Info to follow…
Investor Scheme
Applications now open…
Our team is here to help you no matter where in Ireland you’re based.
With offices in Dublin and Letterkenny, and associates around the country, we’re perfectly positioned to help you whether you live in Dublin, Galway, Cork or Donegal or anywhere in between.
what our clients say…
I needed advice upon a Brexit related immigration matter and instructed Sharon Shaw of Gibson & Associates having come across them on the internet. I am very pleased that I did. As a lawyer myself I appreciate and recognise technical expertise coupled with exceptional client care. The matter was completed ahead of time and I was kept fully informed at every step of the process with email and telephone calls promptly returned. I would have no hesitation in recommending Sharon and Gibson & Associates.
I have nothing but the highest praise for this
Company they handled a long and difficult
Immigration case and won. The Company kept me up to date on proceedings throughout . The Company have a great team of lawyers who deal with various complex proceedings and i personally would never hesitate to use them .
We highly recommend Gibson Solicitors, they got my family’s visa to come to Ireland.
We got married in December 24 2015 in the Philippines. I returned home at Feb 2016, unfortunately I got 2 strokes that year. After trying 3 three times for a tourist visa, join family they’re all refused and through my condition my doctor said that I can’t travel. 2 years and 8 months have passed. We decided to get Gibson Solicitors and the woman that helped us is Sharon Shaw. Within a couple of weeks my daughter and wife received their visa. At the 7th of November they’ve arrived in Ireland. I wasn’t expecting that they came a day before my birthday! My family is here now for 6 months. Thank you so much for your help. If you have problem about your visa like your family come to Ireland Gibson’s solicitor help you like me. Thank you so much.
My mother in law applied for a visa as a dependant family member of an eu national. She received a letter from the INIS to say that they wanted to reject her application. I made an appointment to see Sharon Shaw and she told me not to worry and that she would write a letter to the INIS to explain my mother in laws situation. She sent them ONE letter and within 4 weeks my mother in law received a letter to say her application had been successful! I would recommend Sharon to anyone who has an immigration issue. She is a real gem. Thank you so much.
OUR EXPERTISE
Gibson & Associates is one of Ireland’s leading law firms. No matter your situation, our team will use their experience to make sure that you benefit from the best possible outcome.
OUR ETHOS
We put our clients at the heart of everything we do and work tirelessly to get the best results.
We treat clients and each other the way we’d like to be treated and for us “good enough” just isn’t good enough!
WE’RE FAST & RESPONSIVE
When you make contact with our team, you’ll hear back from us within 3 hours or less – that’s our promise.
WE USE CLEAR, SIMPLE LANGUAGE
We don’t try to impress with “legalese” and jargon. We use clear, plain language.
WE GIVE YOU A DEDICATED POINT OF CONTACT
The person responsible for your case will never change. You’ll be assigned a dedicated point of contact who will take charge of your case from start to finish.
OUR TRANSPARENCY
At Gibson & Associates, we’re clear about our processes and transparent when it comes to costs. Before progressing any case, we offer a free, no-obligation consultation with our client care team and will provide you with practical options. Integrity and transparency are core to how we work with all of our clients and means we’ll always treat your case as if it was our own.
