Overview of the Ireland Join Family Visa Visa

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Purpose

To reunite with family or relatives legally residing in Ireland

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Visa Validity

More than 90 days

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Maximum Stay

Over 90 days

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Processing Time

Usually, 60 working days

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Visa Fee (BDT)

7,950 (Single) / 13,500 (Multiple)

Note

*You can pay your visa fees through a demand draft.* Visa fees are non-refundable and subject to change*.

Single Entry

Who can apply for an Irish Family Reunion Visa?

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Bangladeshi Citizens

Must be a Bangladeshi citizen with a valid passport.

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Invitation Letter

Must have a valid invitation letter from relatives living in Ireland.

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Sponsor’s Work Visa Category

Can apply immediately if the sponsor holds a Category A Ireland work visa. Can apply after 12 months of the sponsor’s arrival if the sponsor holds a Category B Ireland work visa.

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Clear Stay Intention

Must have genuine intentions and no plan to stay in Ireland illegally.

Ireland Family Reunification Visa Application Process for Bangladeshi Citizens

Step 1: Choose Your Visa Type

Step 1: Choose Your Visa Type

  • Visit the official Irish Embassy website in India.

  • Select Family Reunification as your visa category.

Step 2: Complete the Application Form

Step 2: Complete the Application Form

  • Fill out the online AVATS application form.

  • Enter all required and accurate details.

  • Download and print the completed form.

  • Sign the printed application form.

Step 3: Appointment Requirement

Step 3: Appointment Requirement

  • No appointment is required for the Ireland Family Reunification visa application.

Step 4: Pay Visa Fees

Step 4: Pay Visa Fees

  • Pay the Ireland Family Reunification visa fee via On-Demand Pay.

  • Make the payment at an ICICI Bank branch in India.

  • Keep the payment receipt for application submission.

Step 5:  Prepare Documents

Step 5: Prepare Documents

  • Collect all required visa documents.

  • Ensure documents meet embassy guidelines.

  • Translate non-English documents.

  • Notarize documents where required.

  • Review the complete set before submission.

Step 6: Submit Documents

Step 6: Submit Documents

  • Submit your application and documents to the Embassy of Ireland in India.

  • Submission can be done:

    • In person, or

    • Through an authorized representative.

  • Biometrics are not required.

Step 7: Visa Decision

Step 7: Visa Decision

  • Wait for the embassy to process your Family Reunification visa application.

  • Processing time may vary by case.

Step 8: Passport Collection

Step 8: Passport Collection

  • Receive a visa approval or passport collection notification.

  • Collect your passport from the Ireland Visa Application Centre (VAC).

  • Collection locations:

    • New Delhi

    • Kolkata

FAQ for Ireland Join Family Visa Visa

Who can act as a sponsor for a family reunion visa application?

Typically, a person who has a valid Irish resident permit and a close connection with the applicant.

How long does it take to process an Irish family reunion visa for Bangladeshi Citizens?

Usually, it takes 60 working days, depending on the volume of visa requests.