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# family reunification

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Explainer: How does family reunification work in Ireland? And what are the problems with it?

The rules have been brought into sharp focus since the wave of migration from Afghanistan began last month.

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Sep 19th 2021, 7:00 PM

Irish citizen whose father and brother were killed by Islamic State denied permission to bring mother to Ireland

Rasheed’s* mother is unable to renew her passport and as a result a visa application from her will not be considered.

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Sep 29th 2016, 6:02 AM

Online petition launched to reunite thousands of immigrants separated by red tape

Family reunification is recognised in some countries as a reason for immigration because of the presence of a family member in a country.

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Feb 17th 2013, 1:39 PM