Ireland•EuropeDependent/Partner/Spouse Employment Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
91 days
Application Fee
1,000 EUR
Stay Duration
Duration of sponsor's permit
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Employment permit for spouses and dependents of Critical Skills Permit or Hosting Agreement holders. Spouses of CSEP/HA holders get immediate work rights (Stamp 1) without permit.
Spouses and civil partners of Critical Skills Permit holders and Hosting Agreement researchers are granted immediate work rights on Stamp 1 without needing an employment permit. Other dependents may need to apply for their own employment permits.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Copy of identification page
Marriage certificate
Original or certified copy
Civil partnership certificate
If applicable
OptionalProof of dependency
Financial or other evidence if required
OptionalSponsor Documents
Sponsor's employment permit
Copy of CSEP or Hosting Agreement
Employer letter
Confirming continued employment
Employment contract
Showing sponsor's position
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Advantages
- Immediate work access for spouses
- No permit needed for CSEP/HA spouse
- PR pathway available
- Can support family reunification
- Flexible employment options
Considerations
- Dependent on sponsor's permit
- Other dependents need separate permits
- Tied to sponsor's employment
- Work rights end if sponsor departs
Application Process
Verify sponsor permit
Confirm sponsor holds CSEP or Hosting Agreement
Prepare relationship evidence
Gather marriage/partnership documentation
Submit dependent application
Apply to ISD for dependent status
Provide employer letter
Sponsor's employer confirms continued employment
Receive permission
Granted Stamp 1 for immediate work access
Application Forms
Dependent Visa Application
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