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Bringing a spouse, partner or family member to Ireland
Ireland has four main family reunification routes. Picking the right one matters — the wrong choice can mean a 12-month delay or a refusal. A solicitor’s practice of your choice map you to the correct route before you submit.
Choose your route
- Married to an Irish citizen → Spouse Visa & Family Reunification — not currently available
- Married to or partnered with an EU citizen exercising free movement → EU Treaty Rights Application — not currently available
- Unmarried, 2+ years cohabiting → De Facto Partner Application — not currently available
- Civil partner → Civil Partner Application — not currently available
- Not sure? → Eligibility Review — not currently available
What your solicitor does
Relationship-evidence review (the #1 refusal point), full application drafting, ISD submission, tracking through to decision, and appeal if needed.
Common questions
How long does a Join Family application take?
Typically 6 months from submission; de facto applications can take 9–12 months.
Do I need a sponsor income?
Yes — minimum income thresholds apply. We assess in the eligibility review.
What if my application is refused?
A solicitor can prepare a professionally drafted appeal (not currently available).
Not currently available — we are working to appoint a new solicitor. OnlineLegalServices.ie is operated by Plus Promotions Limited, which is not a solicitor’s practice and does not give legal advice, so the solicitor service described on this page cannot be ordered here; the page is kept as general information. To instruct a solicitor, use the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory, or join our no-fee waiting list to be told when solicitor services are available again.