After my master's, when can I bring my family to Ireland? Is it allowed during the master's or only after getting a work visa?
27 Jul 2026 · Answered by Rakshitha Muthukumar · 1 min read
You cannot usually bring your family to Ireland on a dependent visa while studying for a master's. Family reunification during studies is typically allowed only for PhD students or certain scholarship holders.
After you complete your master's and secure a work visa - such as a Critical Skills Employment Permit - you can bring your spouse and dependents to Ireland. In most cases, your spouse will also be able to work without a separate permit.
Family can generally join you in Ireland only after you graduate and start working on a valid work permit.
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