Coming home to ireland?

Question

Is it possible to get onto galway citys council housing register whilst still being a council tenant in england. My partner is irish and wishes to return home to ireland with his family.

Answer 1

I was told the waiting can be up to 7 years so I bought a house instead.

Answer 2

I dont know, but you should know that the waiting list is very long. It is the same all over ireland. You could try an affordable housing scheme.

I am sure he can as he is an irish citizen,

Answer 3

Because the UK and Republic of Ireland are part of the Common Community Area (in terms of Travel and Social Benefits) I think you might be allowed to transfer to a council house in Galway. Not too sure, But pretty sure you can do it. The same as if you where transferring in UK.

Answer 4

you can't expect to go and get a house straight away,you are better off going and putting your name down and waiting until they can find you a house,if you can stay with family for x amount of time.and i wish you all the best,i visit about 4/5 times a year as we have family over in irelandand we lived there for five yrs,i loved it and wish we stayed, but who knows we may go back to live.

Answer 5

I think you have to be in Ireland & be prepared for a long long wait