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Stamp 4D (UK National Family Member)

Residency Pathway PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

6 months – 1 year

Estimated Cost

€360 EUR

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 to 3 years

1 yr initial · extendable to 3 · Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote work OK

Overview

This permission is designed for non-EEA family members of UK citizens who moved to Ireland after December 31, 2020 (post-Brexit).

This visa allows non-EEA family members of post-Brexit UK arrivals to reside in Ireland. It provides full access to the labor market and serves as a pathway to citizenship. Applicants must demonstrate the sponsor's financial stability and provide comprehensive relationship evidence.

Cost Breakdown

Preclearance Fee€60 EUR

IRP Registration Fee€300 EUR

Total€360 EUR

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	1 year
Extendable up to	3 years

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Non-EEA family member of a UK citizen who moved to Ireland after Dec 31, 2020

UK sponsor must have earned at least €20,000 gross income in each of the 3 preceding years

Must hold private medical insurance

Must provide a police clearance certificate

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passports

Evidence of relationship

Evidence of sponsor's UK citizenship

Financial evidence (P60s, payslips, bank statements)

Police clearance certificate

Private medical insurance

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Full work authorization
No employment permit required
Counts towards naturalization

Worth Knowing

Long processing times
Strict financial requirements for sponsor
Sponsor predominantly reliant on social protection benefits in the last 2 years

Application Process

Apply online via AVATS

Pay €60 fee

Submit documents to visa office

Receive approval

Travel to Ireland

Register with ISD for IRP card

Application Forms

AVATS Online Application

Fill online

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Last verified May 31, 2026

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