New Passport Process For Citizenship

Key Points  

• New passport processes for citizenship, including passport submission and identity and residency document requirements  

Overview  

The government of Ireland will implement a new passport process for citizenship applications on 1 Jan. 2022. Applicants for citizenship will no longer be required to submit their original passport with the initial application. Instead, applicants can provide a full color copy of their entire passport, including the front and back covers. The color copy must be witnessed by a solicitor and submitted with the application form. The number of proofs required for distinguishing an applicant's identity and residency will also be reduced.