Border People provides case studies and frequently asked questions (FAQs) illustrating the dilemmas facing people who cross the border and suggest ways to resolve these.

These are genuine problems identified by users of the website coupled with advice from staff of North Connaught & Ulster CIS & The Border People Project, a cross-border initiative developed in partnership between Border People (Northern Ireland) and Citizens Information Board (Ireland).

Q: I am an Indian National. I have been working in Ireland for almost a year.  Now I have gotten a job in Northern Ireland and would like to move.  Can you let me know about the things that I need to be aware of while moving from Ireland to NI?

A: The rules about cross–border working on the island of Ireland have changed for some people because Northern Ireland is no longer part of the EU and there are immigration issues in relation to your move there. From 1st January 2021 non-British, non-Irish citizens planning to move to Northern Ireland and work there, or to live in Northern Ireland and work in Ireland have to apply for UK residence through the Points Based Immigration System. More information on this can be found at:

New immigration system: what you need to know – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

I would suggest you contact a specialised immigration advisor in relation to these. I would suggest the Law Centre in Belfast (04890244401) or any Citizens Advice Bureau  – most of which have  Immigration Advisors.

Further useful information may be found at:

Cross border workers in Ireland (citizensinformation.ie)

Working in Northern Ireland | nidirect

Brexit: Employment – Border People

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