Living in Australia, but previously worked in Ireland? You might be able to combine your Irish and Australian social insurance contributions to help you qualify for an Irish pension. You can even apply whilst living in Australia. Read on to find out more! What do I need to know? The Social Security Agreement… Read more »
Returning to Ireland with your Australian spouse or de facto partner? Watch this webinar we delivered with the Irish Support Agency NSW on May 11th 2022 for information on the Irish immigration requirements and how to prepare for the move. Read on to find out more about the process. Returning with your Australian spouse Being… Read more »
Following the success of our Going to Canada webinars this April, we’re delighted to announce that we’ll be running another four sessions for Irish people going to Toronto and Vancouver on the International Experience Canada in 2022. Join us and the Eamonn O’Loghlin Irish Canadian Immigration Centre (I/CAN) for these FREE monthly webinars, and… Read more »
Returning to Ireland from Australia? Join us and the Irish Support Agency NSW Inc for a series of three FREE webinars for Irish emigrants returning to Ireland from Sydney and elsewhere in Australia. We’ll guide you through what you need to know about planning your return, and help you prepare for your big move… Read more »
On Tuesday 26th April we had the opportunity to present to members of the Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence on issues affecting returning Irish emigrants, including: Access to social welfare assistance and the Habitual Residence Condition, Emergency accommodation for people returning into homelessness, and Immigration requirements for non-Irish family members. We were… Read more »
We are seeking Irish people of minority ethnic or mixed ethnic backgrounds who have recently emigrated to participate in a new study looking at their experience. We want to hear from Irish citizens of minority ethnic background (including people who are black, Asian, of mixed ethnicity, Irish Travellers, and of other minority ethnic groups)… Read more »
Going to Canada on the International Experience Canada (IEC) in 2022? Join Crosscare Migrant Project and the Eamonn O’Loghlin Irish Canadian Immigration Centre (I/CAN) for two FREE webinars this April, and find out what you need to know before you go! We’ll help you prepare for your arrival and guide you through how to… Read more »
It is with great sadness and deep concern that we watch the unfolding of the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. We express solidarity with the people of Ukraine and with the Ukrainian community in Ireland. We welcome the news that visa requirements for all Ukrainian citizens entering Ireland will be waived, and note the advice… Read more »
Crosscare Migrant Project is pleased to launch a new research report ‘Ní neart go cur le chéile – Irish emigrant community experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic’. The new research examines the impact of the pandemic on the Irish emigrant community in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and United States through the experience and perspectives of… Read more »
If you are Irish and returning to live in Ireland in the coming months there are some changes to regulations that you should be aware of and plan for whatever your situation. COVID-19 restrictions The following restrictions in place as of May 2021 and may change, please see www.gov.ie for up-to-date information: The government… Read more »
Our work with Irish emigrants is funded by the Emigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs
This project is co-financed by the European Commission under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund 2014-2020 and is supported by the Government of Ireland