Ireland•EuropeSpouse/Civil Partner of Irish National Scheme (Type D)
At a Glance
Processing Time
56-84 days
Application Fee
100 EUR
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
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
Long-stay visa for spouses and civil partners of Irish citizens seeking family unification. Income requirements apply (€30,000-€40,000 depending on dependents).
The Spouse/Civil Partner scheme allows non-EEA spouses and civil partners of Irish citizens to join them in Ireland. Income requirements: €30,000 for childless couples, €40,000+ if children. Each case assessed individually.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity
Passport photos
2 colour photos
Marriage certificate
Original or certified copy
Birth certificate
Original or certified copy
Criminal record cert
From country of residence
Health insurance
Private coverage for Ireland
Sponsor Documents
Irish citizenship proof
Passport or birth certificate
Income evidence
€30,000+ per year
3-year income history
Tax returns, employment letters
Accommodation proof
Rental contract or property ownership
Support letter
Commitment to support spouse
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Advantages
- Family reunification pathway
- Clear income requirements
- Work rights upon approval
- PR eligible after 5 years
- Children can join
Considerations
- €30,000-€40,000 income requirement
- Sponsor must be Irish citizen
- Not automatic - assessed individually
- 8-12 week processing
- Annual renewal required initially
Application Process
Prepare marriage evidence
Gather marriage certificate and relationship proof
Create visa application
Complete AVATS spouse visa form
Gather documents
Collect sponsor income, accommodation, support letter
Submit application
Send visa documents to immigration
Process time
Typically 8-12 weeks
Receive visa
Obtain long-stay spouse visa
Application Forms
AVATS Spouse Visa Application
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