Ireland Spouse
Dependent Visa
Stamp 1G / Stamp 3 family reunification — Ireland's growing family pathway.
Built to keep families together
Ireland offers Join Family visas for spouses of Critical Skills Employment Permit (CSEP) holders, General Employment Permit (GEP) holders after 12 months, researchers, and Irish citizens. CSEP spouses get an immediate Stamp 1G — work without an employment permit.
Once registered with GNIB / Immigration Service Delivery, family members access Ireland's strong economy and direct PR pathway after 5 years.
Who qualifies for Ireland?
- Sponsor on CSEP, GEP (12+ months), Researcher, or Irish citizen
- Genuine marriage or de facto partnership (2+ years)
- Sponsor's earnings: €30,000+ for CSEP families; €40,000+ for GEP families
- Private health insurance for all family members
- Tuberculosis screening (some nationalities)
Why families choose this route
Work Rights
Stamp 1G for CSEP spouses — full work rights, no separate permit needed.
PR Pathway
Stamp 4 + Long-Term Residence after 5 years.
Children's Education
Free Irish primary & secondary education.
Healthcare Access
Public healthcare access (HSE).
Family Together
Direct PR-pathway for CSEP families.
Yes — let's talk specifics for Ireland
CSEP spouses: Stamp 1G — work for any employer without an employment permit. GEP spouses: Stamp 3 initially, then Stamp 1 (with permit).
Processing Time
10–14 weeks
From submission to decision (after biometrics).
Financial Requirements
CSEP families: sponsor earns €30,000+. GEP families: €40,000+ for 12 months. Bank statements + payslips covering 6 months.
Everything you'll need
A clean, complete file = faster approval.
Provide a clear scanned copy + original at biometrics. Our team will review and certify before submission.
Visa Process Timeline
Common reasons applications get refused
Avoiding these is half the battle. Our senior counsellors stress-test your file before submission.
- !Sponsor income below threshold
- !Marriage genuineness concerns
- !Inadequate health insurance
- !Documents not properly legalised
- !Sponsor on GEP under 12 months
The Future Link advantage
FAQs
Yes — CSEP spouses get Stamp 1G and can work for any Irish employer without an additional permit.
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