Ireland · Visas and documents

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Join family

Official name: Join Family

Check the sponsor’s eligibility. Relationship history and financial evidence may be required in addition to certificates.

Documents to organise 9

Valid passport or travel documentCategory application, completed and signed where requiredCertificates and evidence of family or partner relationshipFamily member’s identity and immigration status or nationalitySupporting family member’s income, maintenance and accommodation

Depending on your case and the official checklist

Civil records and evidence of parentage or name changesCertified translations and legalisation/apostille where requestedParental consent, custody and documents for minorsEvidence of lawful residence in the application jurisdiction

Route forms and references

AVATS

How to proceed

Choose the category and check the authority/consulate checklist for your place of residence.
Use the official channel linked in the source and keep receipts. Attend interviews or biometrics when requested.
After the decision, check entry conditions, local registration, residence and permitted activities.

Check official requirements ↗ www.irishimmigration.ie