Since your grandparent was born in Ireland, you'll need to register through the Foreign Birth Registration (FBR) process to claim your Irish citizenship.
To ensure your future children's eligibility for Irish citizenship through you, it is essential to be registered in the Foreign Births Register before their birth.
Children born before your registration will not automatically qualify for Irish citizenship. Completing your registration prior to having children is crucial for securing their citizenship rights.
Your parent was registered on the Foreign Birth Registration before your birth
One of your grandparents was born in Ireland
Must be witnessed by an authorized person
Proving your, your parent's, and your grandparent's identities and claims to citizenship
See our guide to ordering documentsPayment of the required registration fee
Current FBR processing time (assuming no additional queries required)
Current first-time passport application processing time after FBR
For a complete list of required documents, application fees, and detailed instructions, visit the official Foreign Births Registration page.
Official DFA InformationNeed help getting the required documents? Our comprehensive guide shows you exactly how to order certificates from government agencies.
Document Ordering Guide