New applicants for naturalisation now only need to produce a certified colour copy of their existing passport’s biometric page

All new applicants for a certificate of naturalisation will simply need to provide a certified colour copy of their existing passport’s biometric page beginning on April 20, 2023. An attorney, oath commissioner, peace commissioner, or notary public may certify the colour copy of the biometric page. The removal of the requirement to provide a full … Read more

First in-person citizenship ceremonies take place for first time since 2020

Citizenship ceremonies welcoming 950 people as Irish citizens took place in person for the first time since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Minister for Justice Helen McEntee hosted 2 very special citizenship ceremonies in Killarney, Kerry on Monday 20th June 2022, to welcome 950 people as they become Irish citizens. The event was … Read more