Joining an Irish national (spouse, partner, child, other family)
Who it's for: For spouses, civil partners, de facto partners and some other family members of an Irish national who want to live with them in Ireland.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Main fee: Not required
- Salary threshold: €75,000
- Family can join: Some family members
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salary threshold | €75,000 | — | irishimmigration.ieOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
3 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Main feeNot requiredOfficial wording
“Family members of Irish Citizens who are exempt from visa fees (on production of the required documents) Spouse Widow/widower (subject to death certificate) Child (under 18 years)”
Salary threshold€75,000Official wording
“Category A sponsors (e.g. Irish citizens) must have earned a gross income over and above any State benefits of not less than €75,000 , cumulative, over the three-year period prior to application”
Family can joinSome family membersOfficial wording
“Different family members can apply to join an Irish national, including spouse, civil partner, de facto partner, minor child, dependent parent and dependent adult child”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
Other join a partner routes in Ireland
All visa types in Ireland
Every visa type we have listed, grouped by purpose, with links to the official pages.
Ireland visa typesBefore you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.