The re-entry visa requirements for children under the age of 16 years will remain suspended until further notice.

Children under 16 who are currently residing in the State and who wish to re-enter the State,  must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian who holds an in date permission to reside in the State. The adult accompanying the child must also provide appropriate documentation to prove they are the legal parent or guardian of the child in question.

Suitable documents to prove the relationship between the parent or guardian and the child are:

  • A birth or adoption certificate, or guardianship papers showing your relationship with the child
  • A marriage / divorce certificate if you are the child’s parent but have a different surname to the child
  • A death certificate in the case of a deceased parent

Note: Contact has been made with International Carriers to advise of the continued suspension, however immigration matters are a matter for the immigration authorities in each jurisdiction.

Any child who is not currently residing in the State and wishes to enter the State can apply for an entry visa at their nearest VO or mission.

Further information about travelling with children is available online at www.irishimmigration.ie/at-the-border/travelling-with-children.