Parent of an Irish Citizen Child Visa
If you are the parent of an Irish citizen child, you may qualify for permission to live and remain in Ireland on this basis. Applications are assessed individually, taking into account your circumstances and your relationship with your child.
Moving to a new country often means leaving family behind. However, Irish immigration law makes it possible for parents of Irish citizen children to stay in Ireland under certain conditions. This is usually done through the Long Stay ‘D’ (Join Family) Visa, designed for immediate family members who plan to live in Ireland for more than 3 months.
To qualify, your child must be under 18 and dependent on you, either emotionally or financially. In some cases, children up to 23 years old who are in full-time education may also be eligible. Parents can be Irish citizens, EEA nationals, or non-EEA residents living legally in Ireland on another visa, such as a work or spouse visa.
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Introduction
Moving to a new country often means leaving behind friends and family, which can be challenging. Through the Long Term ‘D’ (Join Family) Visa, certain immediate family members can relocate to Ireland as dependents of a family member who is already living in the country or plans to move there. This visa is designed for those intending to reside in Ireland for more than three months.
While joining your child is often straightforward, eligibility depends on the child being under 18 and dependent on you. In some cases, dependents up to 23 years old may also qualify if they are in full-time education. Parents may apply as dependents if the sponsor is an Irish citizen, an EEA national, or a non-EEA national residing in Ireland under another visa, such as a Work Visa or Spouse Visa.Eligibility Criteria
- You are the biological parent of an Irish citizen child.
- Your child lives full-time in Ireland.
- You play an active role in your child’s upbringing (emotional and/or financial).
- Your child is under 18 (or up to 23 if in full-time education).
- Your name is listed as a biological parent on the child’s birth certificate.
How to Apply
- If you entered Ireland on a D Reside Parent of an Irish Citizen Child visa, you must book an appointment with the Registration Office and attend with your child to register your permission.
- If you already hold a valid immigration permission in Ireland (Stamp 1, 1A, 1G, 2, 3, 4, etc.), you may renew your permission online with the correct documentation.
- If you entered on a short-stay ‘C’ visa or without valid permission, you must complete the dedicated application form for parents of Irish citizen children and send it to the Department of Justice with full documentation. Incomplete forms will be returned.
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Frequently Asked Questions
My application is approved. What happens next?
If your application is approved, you will be granted Stamp 4 permission. The duration of your permission will vary, typically between six months and three years, depending on your individual circumstances.
You must schedule an appointment with your local immigration office to register your permission and complete the process.
What happens if my application is refused?
I am not living in Ireland. Can I apply for permission under this scheme before entering Ireland?
No, you cannot apply from outside Ireland. Applications under this scheme are only accepted while you are in Ireland. If you require a visa to travel to Ireland, you must first apply for the D – ‘reside parent of Irish citizen child’ visa to enter the country.
If you do not require a visa, you should request temporary permission to enter Ireland at the port of entry. Once in Ireland, you must attend your local immigration office and apply for permission before this temporary permission expires.
Can I work while my application is being processed?
Can my permission to live and work in Ireland as the parent of a minor Irish citizen child be revoked?
Yes. Permission to live and work in Ireland as the parent of a minor Irish citizen child is granted only if you meet the qualifying criteria. If it is later discovered that you do not meet the criteria or have provided false or misleading information, the Minister for Justice may revoke your permission. If no other valid permission exists, the Minister may issue an intention to deport.
Some examples of situations that may lead to revocation include:
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Breaking the conditions of your permission.
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Issues relating to your character or conduct, including criminal convictions.
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Failure to register your permission with your local immigration office as required by law.
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Providing misleading or inaccurate information to the Minister for Justice or other state authorities.
