How to Become a Foster Carer?

When it comes to fostering, FFI values diversity. We believe that it is your personal qualities that count. There are a number of minimum requirements that should be met before you move forward to foster but each person is different so please do get in touch before assuming you won’t be eligible!

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Become a Foster Carer in Ireland.

You do not need to be married to foster, or in a couple, or straight and you do not have to own your home.

Our carers come from all sorts of backgrounds. However, there are a few essential requirements that you will need to have to become a foster carer in Ireland:

Minimum Age

You must be over the age of 25 to be considered for a fostering application.

Adequate Space

You need to have a spare bedroom available in your home for fostering.

Driving Licence

You must hold a full and valid driving licence to be eligible to foster.

Work Flexibility

You must have flexibility in your working arrangements to support a child.

Couples Fostering

If fostering as a couple, you will need to have been together for three years and living together for at least one year.

Youngest Child’s Age

If you have children, your youngest child must be at least three years old to foster.

Apply to Become a Carer

At present we are not recruiting for respite only foster carers.

If you would like to see if you are eligible to foster please get in touch now. Fill out our enquiry form.

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