Applying for Family Reunification

Who Can Apply for Family Reunification.

A person granted refugee status in Ireland may apply for Family Reunification under Section 18 of the Refugee Act, 1996 (as amended). This section of the Act allows for a family member to enter and reside in the State and be reunified with him / her. The Refugee Act confers responsibility on ORAC for the investigation of such applications and to report to the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform, for a decision in each case.