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A dependent child immigration application in Ireland is an application for a child to join a parent who is lawfully resident in the State. This professionally drafted service prepares a Join Family visa application under Irish immigration law, reuniting a child with a parent lawfully resident in Ireland. Work of this kind is carried out by a solicitor regulated by the Law Society of Ireland. We are not a solicitor’s practice and do not provide it — to instruct a solicitor, use the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
What’s included
- A professionally drafted Join Family visa application for a dependent child of a sponsor lawfully resident 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
- Parents lawfully resident in Ireland who want their child to join them
- Families where a child has been living with relatives abroad
- Parents who need to show custody, guardianship or consent arrangements
- Families who have been refused before and want the application prepared carefully
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 the evidence of the child’s identity, the relationship and your 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 dependent child 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.
What evidence is needed for a child to join a parent in Ireland?
Applications usually need the child’s birth certificate and passport, evidence of the parent’s immigration status and finances, and evidence of custody or the other parent’s consent where relevant.
Can a solicitor guarantee the child’s application will be approved?
No. The immigration authorities decide each application on its merits, with regard to the child’s circumstances. A carefully prepared application helps make sure the case is clearly presented.
For more on Irish immigration, visas and citizenship, see our Immigration & Citizenship in Ireland guide.
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