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How do I know if I am entitled to Irish citizenship through birth or descent?

You can use our guide to check entitlement to Irish citizenship through birth or descent.

What application form do I need to complete to apply for a certificate of naturalisation?

You can learn more about this on our How to become an Irish citizen guide web page.

How much is the application fee?

The cost of the application fee can be found in the fees section of the Become an Irish Citizen by Naturalisation web page.

How much is the certification fee?

The cost of the application fee can be found in the fees section of the Become an Irish Citizen by Naturalisation web page.

What are the requirements to become an Irish citizen?

The requirements to become an Irish citizen can be found on our Become an Irish Citizen by Naturalisation web page.

What identity documents do I need to submit to support my application for a certificate of naturalisation?

You can find more information on the identity documents required to support your application in the How to Become a Citizen Guide.

How do I calculate reckonable residency?

To calculate reckonable residency use our Naturalisation Residency Calculator.

How do I know if the permission to remain stamps on my passport can be used to calculate reckonable residence?

More details relating to permission to remain stamps can be found at our information on Immigration permission/stamps web page.

What documents should be submitted as proof of residence?

The documents that should be submitted as proof of residence can be found on our Become an Irish Citizen by Naturalisation web page.

When is the next citizenship ceremony?

Information about citizenship ceremonies can be found on our Citizenship Ceremonies web page.

What happens at a citizenship ceremony?

Information about what happens at citizenship ceremonies can be found on our Citizenship Ceremonies web page.

Who can accompany me to a citizenship ceremony?

Information about who can accompany you to a citizenship ceremony can be found on our Citizenship Ceremonies web page.

What is dual citizenship?

Information about Dual Citizenship can be found on our Dual Citizenship web page.

How do I retain Irish citizenship obtained through naturalisation?

Information on retaining Irish citizenship obtained through naturalisation can be found on our Intention to retain Irish Citizenship web page.

I am legally resident in Northern Ireland, how do I make a declaration to apply for a passport on behalf of my child that was born in Northern Ireland after 1 January 2005?

You can find information about the declaration of residence using Form C on our Declaration of Residence web page.

How long will my passport be retained for processing of my application for a certificate of naturalisation?

Information in relation to the return of your passport can be found on the Processing section of our Become an Irish Citizen by Naturalisation web page.

How long do I have to wait to get a decision on my application for a certificate of naturalisation?

Information on processing time of applications can be found on our Becoming an Irish Citizen by Naturalisation web page.

I have lost my citizenship certificate, how do I get a replacement?

If you have lost your citizenship certificate you should download the questionnaire for the purpose of issuing a statement to the effect that a person has been granted Irish citizenship , fill in the details, and return the form to the address on the form along with the required documents.

How do I certify a copy of an original document?

Information on how to certify copies of original documents can be found on our Certifying a Document web page.

Who can translate an original document?

Information on who can translate an original document can be found on our Certifying a Document web page.

Where can I find information about public documents and their certified copies that are exempt from legalisation and the apostille formality within the EU?

Information about documents exempt from legalisation and the apostille formality within the EU can be found at the Public Documents web page on the European e-Justice Portal.

If you have questions, please contact the Citizenship team.

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