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Migrant Workers and Family Reunification in Ireland

Introduction (Survey Description)
We are gathering feedback from migrant workers in Ireland about the impact of recent changes to Family Reunification rules. The purpose of this survey is to understand how these changes affect workers and their families. The responses will be used in a policy submission to the Department of Justice to inform future improvements. The survey is anonymous if you so wish. Individual responses will not be shared with employers or immigration authorities. The survey should take 3–5 minutes to complete.
Section 1: Your Work in Ireland
1.How long have you been working in Ireland?
2.What sector do you work in?
3.What is your approximate annual gross income in Ireland (before tax)?
4.What type of immigration permission or work permit do you currently hold?
Section 2: Your Family Situation
5.Who do you want to bring to Ireland?
6.How many children under 18 do you have who currently live outside Ireland and who you would like to bring to Ireland?
7.What ages are your children?
8.How long have you been separated from your family members living outside Ireland?
Section 3: Impact of Family Reunification Rules
9.Have the recent changes to Family Reunification rules made it more difficult for you to bring family members to Ireland?
10.What is the single biggest obstacle you face under the current rules?
11.Do you believe the family reunification income requirements for a spouse are achievable for workers in your sector?

(ie, The current salary threshold is €30,000 for a spouse)
12.Do you believe the family reunification income requirements for children are achievable for workers in your sector?
(ie, the current salary thresholds are €50,200 for one child, €60,200 for two children, €70,100 for three children, etc)
13.How has being separated from your family affected you personally or professionally?
Section 4: Future Plans
14.Have you considered leaving Ireland and returning to your home country because of these rules?
15.Please explain why.
Section 5: Feedback for Government
16.What changes to the Family Reunification rules would make the biggest difference for you and your family?
17.What message would you like to share with the Government or the Minister for Justice?
Final Question
18.Contact
19.May we quote your response in policy submissions or reports?