Ireland · for applicants from Nigeria
To join a spouse, civil partner, de facto partner or family member who is an Irish citizen or holds qualifying residence (e.g. CSEP holder). Spouse of an Irish citizen gets Stamp 4 (work without a permit). Income thresholds and a genuine-relationship test apply; a national family-reunification policy governs decisions (updated 26 Nov 2025).
Rules last verified: 20 August 2026 · by Elizabeth O
Embassy processing
Varies (often several months)
Our turnaround
5–7 working days
Done-for-you Standard
Government fees
~£343
≈ ₦624,946
Relationship not genuine
Officer not satisfied the relationship is genuine.
Fix: Provide broad, dated relationship evidence.
Sponsor income below threshold
Sponsor cannot meet the income test without social welfare.
Fix: Evidence stable income meeting the policy figure.
Required
Valid passport
When: "all"
Marriage/civil partnership certificate OR de facto evidence (2+ yrs)
When: "all"
Sponsor's proof of Irish citizenship / residence
When: "all"
Evidence of genuine relationship (cohabitation, communication, finances)
When: "all"
Sponsor income evidence (payslips, tax)
When: "all"
1. Prepare your application
Gather documents, draft supporting letters, complete forms
1–3 weeks
2. Rekoja review (if Done-for-you)
Specialist checks your file before you submit
5–7 working days
3. Submit online or at visa centre
Biometrics appointment may be required
1 day
4. Embassy decision
Standard processing. Priority options may be available.
Varies (often several months)
These are the fees you pay to the government, not Rekoja's service fee. Shown at the indicative exchange rate.
Mandatory
IRP registration
£257
₦468,254
Long Stay D join-family visa
£86
₦156,692
Total government fees
~£343
≈ ₦624,946
Indicative. 1 GBP = 1,822 NGN · 16 September 2026. Government fees change. Confirm on the official website before paying.
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