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A civil partner immigration application in Ireland is an application by a person to join their civil partner who lives in Ireland. This professionally drafted service prepares a civil partner immigration application for joining a partner in Ireland under the Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act. It is for civil partners whose partnership is recognised in Ireland and who want their application prepared carefully, with clear evidence of the partnership and the sponsor’s circumstances.
What’s included
- A professionally drafted civil partner immigration application for joining a partner in Ireland
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- Civil partners joining a partner who is an Irish citizen or lawfully resident in Ireland
- Couples whose civil partnership is recognised under Irish law
- Couples who have been refused before and are reapplying
- Couples who want a solicitor to prepare the application
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- A solicitor would then draft the application, organising evidence of the partnership and the sponsor’s circumstances.
- The completed work is delivered to you by email, with plain-English notes on what to do next.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a civil partner immigration application cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
Is my civil partnership recognised in Ireland?
Recognition depends on where and when the partnership was registered. a solicitor would check whether your partnership is recognised before the application is prepared.
What evidence is needed?
Applications usually need the civil partnership certificate, evidence of the relationship, and evidence of the sponsor’s status and finances. a solicitor would confirm what applies to you.
For more on Irish immigration, visas and citizenship, see our Immigration & Citizenship in Ireland guide.
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