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Join Family Visa, Partner or Spouse

Join Family Visa Ireland. If you wish to apply for a visa as a family member of an EU citizen exercising or planning to exercise their free movement rights under Directive 2004/38/EC (transposed into Irish law by European Communities (Free movement of Persons)

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Join Family Visa Ireland

If you wish to come to Ireland to reside for longer than 3 months with a family member who is an Irish/EU citizen or who is lawfully resident in Ireland you can apply for a long stay join family visa Ireland.

To speak to our immigration expert about applying for Irish visa, complete our online enquiry form.

Situations that we can help with…

Your spouse, partner or family member is an Irish (or Northern Ireland) Citizen
EU treaty rights: EU treaties include rights for families with non-EU/EEA & non-Swiss nationals to travel and live together in an EU country.
Your spouse, partner or family member is non-Irish, non-Swiss & non-EU/EEA citizen
  • If you are a non-EU citizen we can help you stay in Ireland with your spouse or civil partner.
  • We can help you stay in Ireland with your child, an Irish national, including renewing permission.
  • De facto partnership: Stay in Ireland with your long term, de facto partner.
Your spouse, partner or a family member is an EU/EA Citizen (Non-Irish)
  • Non-EEA family reunification policy: We can help you apply for a visa to allow you to stay in Ireland with a member of your family who is a non-EU/EEA & non-Swiss national.
  • Refugee family reunification: Stay in Ireland with a member of your family who is a recognised refugee.
You are a Non-EU/EEA Family Member of a UK national who lives in Ireland
Stamp 4D permission for a Non-EEA family member or dependent of a British National to reside in Ireland. Open to your

  • Spouse
  • Civil Partner
  • De facto Partner
  • Either partner’s dependent children
  • Dependent parents of either partner of the British National living in Ireland.

We are ready to help you...

As one of Ireland’s leading law firms, you can rest assured that your join family visa Ireland application is in good hands. With years of experience and the dedication to putting you at the heart of everything we do, we will ensure that you benefit from the best possible outcome.

We will be by your side throughout proceedings, providing a regular point of contact that does not change throughout your time with us, and ensuring you are kept up to date on your options and the next steps you should take by using clear, plain language.

Our belief is to treat clients the way we would like to be treated and, for that reason, ‘good enough’ is never good enough for us!

Why work with Gibson & Associates LLP

Our immigration team provides a complete legal service to make your application process clear, stress-free, and compliant with Irish law.

Why choose Us?

Our expertise (decades of in-depth knowledge and familiarity with application process).

We can provide expert guidance throughout the application process, helping you navigate requirements and address common challenges to present the strongest possible case.

Our legal teams will identify and utilise relevant legislation and case law that may impact your individual application.

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Join Family Visa FAQ's

1. What is the Join Family Visa in Ireland?

The Join Family Visa in Ireland allows certain non-EEA nationals to join a close family member who is legally living in Ireland. It is part of Ireland’s family reunification system and applies to spouses, partners, children, and other dependent relatives subject to the Department of Justice’s Revised Family Reunification Policy.

2. Who can apply for a Join Family Visa?

People who can apply for a Join Family Visa typically include spouses, civil partners, de facto partners, dependent children, and in some cases elderly dependent parents or other family members. Eligibility depends on the relationship with the sponsor, the sponsor’s immigration status in Ireland, and the sponsor’s capacity to comply with financial criteria.

3. When can I join my family member in Ireland?

When you can join your family member in Ireland depends on the immigration permission held by your sponsor. Some categories allow family reunification immediately, while others may require the sponsor to live and work in Ireland for a certain period before family members can apply.

4. What documents do I need for a Join Family Visa?

The documents required for a Join Family Visa usually include a valid passport, proof of relationship (such as marriage or birth certificates), evidence of the sponsor’s legal residence in Ireland, financial documentation, and accommodation details.

5. What proof of relationship must I provide?

The proof of relationship required depends on the family category. For example, spouses must provide a marriage certificate, civil partners must provide partnership documentation, and de facto partners must show evidence of a durable relationship such as records of living together. Other evidence such as call records, text messages, evidence of visits and regular communication is also recommended.

6. Do de facto partners qualify for a Join Family Visa?

Yes, de facto partners can qualify for a Join Family Visa if they can show that they have been in a genuine and durable relationship, usually supported by evidence of at least two years of living together.

7. Can I join my Irish citizen spouse in Ireland?

Yes, you can apply to join your Irish citizen spouse in Ireland through the family reunification process. You will need to show proof of the relationship, meet financial requirements, and demonstrate that the relationship is genuine.

8. Can I join a non-EEA partner living and working in Ireland?

Yes, you may be able to join a non-EEA partner living in Ireland, depending on their immigration permission and whether they meet the financial requirements. Certain work permits and residence permissions allow family reunification under Irish immigration rules.

9. Can UK nationals sponsor family members to join them in Ireland?

Yes, UK nationals living in Ireland may sponsor certain family members to join them under Ireland’s post-Brexit immigration arrangements, provided the family relationship, , financial eligibility and other qualifying criteria are met. A separate Policy applies to family reunification with UK Citizen family members.

10. Can I join my family member if they are an EU citizen living in Ireland?

Yes, you can join a family member who is an EU citizen living in Ireland under EU Treaty Rights rules. Eligible family members typically include spouses, partners, dependent children, and sometimes other dependent relatives and members of an EU Citizen’s Household