Dependent Adult Child of an Irish
National

Adult children, aged over 18, can't normally join a parent in Ireland just because of the family relationship. The dependent adult child route is a narrow exception for adult children of Irish citizens who depend on their parent's care because of a serious medical or psychological condition that makes independent life unsustainable. It's a two-stage process under the Stamp 0 scheme for dependent adult relatives. First, the adult child applies to Immigration Service Delivery from outside Ireland for Stamp 0 approval, using the TPER form, with medical evidence, the sponsor's financial and accommodation evidence, a police clearance certificate and fully comprehensive private medical insurance: travel insurance isn't accepted. Applications from inside Ireland aren't accepted. The Irish parent must have earned at least €96,929 gross in Ireland in each of the previous 3 years for one adult relative (2026 threshold). If the application is approved, a visa-required applicant applies for a long stay join family visa within 3 months of the approval letter, then registers with their parent on arrival. Stamp 0 is granted for one year at a time, doesn't allow work and doesn't give access to public services.

No. Stamp 0 doesn't allow work, and the child must be supported by the sponsor.

With our Stamp 0 Application – Dependent Family Member service. The visa comes after approval.

No. Applications for Stamp 0 from inside Ireland aren't accepted.

Evidence of a serious medical or psychological condition that makes independent life unsustainable, with medical reports and details of the care you provide.

The approval is conditional on visa checks, and entry remains at the immigration officer's discretion. A complete, consistent visa application reduces the risk.