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🇮🇪 Ireland

Irish Citizenship Visa

Citizenship by naturalization requires 5 years reckonable residence (continuous legal residence), including 12 continuous months immediately before applying. Reduced to 3 years for spouses of Irish citizens. Absences limited to 70 days in final year (30 extra days may be allowed exceptionally). Must be 18+, of good character (Garda vetting), and intend to continue residing in Ireland. No language or civics test required. Dual citizenship permitted. Application fee €175 plus €950 certificate fee if approved.

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Processing Time

12-24 months

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Cost

€175 application + €950 certificate fee

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Duration

Permanent

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 15 years reckonable residence (3 years if married to Irish citizen)
  • 212 continuous months residence before application
  • 3Maximum 70 days absence in final year
  • 4Good character (Garda Síochána check)
  • 5Intention to continue residing in Ireland
  • 6Age 18 or over

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