Family Reunification – International Protection
Persons seeking international protection to avoid persecution can seek protection permissions under the International Protection Act 2015.
You will find some information about the application process in this post and our contact numbers can be found on our website if you have any questions.
Eligibility
If a person has been granted international protection, they can make an application to the Minister for Justice for permission to be given for a family member, to enter and reside in the state.
Family Members
The family member of the sponsor can be the spouse, civil partner or child under 18.
If the person who has obtained the international protection permission is under age 18 and is not married, the parents and siblings of the applicant under 18 can apply for family reunification.
It is the duty of the sponsor international protection holder to cooperate fully with the investigation.
It is very important for the sponsor to prove the connection with the family member.
Application
The application to sponsor a family member for family reunification must be made in the 12 month period after you have obtained the refugee declaration or subsidiary protection.
The application is made to the Family Reunification Unit, Immigration Service Delivery, Department of Justice, 13-14 Burgh Quay, Dublin.
A family reunification questionnaire will be sent to you and you must complete it in the notified period.
Grant Letter
If your application is approved, you will be given a grant letter.
Immigration Lawyer
If you have questions about visas, you can speak with an immigration lawyer on (01) 546 1121 or (052) 612 1999.
Disclaimer
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