Irish nationality law is contained in the provisions of the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Acts 1956 to 2004 and in the relevant provisions of the Irish Constitution.The law grants citizenship to individuals born in Northern Ireland under the same conditions as those born in the Republic of Ireland.
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What makes you an Irish citizen?
You may be entitled to Irish citizenship if your parent(s) or grandparents were Irish. You may be entitled to Irish citizenship if you were born outside of Ireland, but you may need to register your birth. Naturalisation is the process through which a foreign national can become an Irish citizen.
Are you British if born in Northern Ireland?
Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom and the British Nationality Act 1981 generally considers that a person born in the UK will be a British citizen by birth if one of their parents was either a British citizen or settled in the UK at the time of birth.
How long do you have to live in Northern Ireland to get an Irish passport?
You must have lived in Ireland or Northern Ireland continuously for 12 months before the date of your application. You intend to live in Ireland after you have become an Irish citizen. You live with your spouse. You are of ‘good character’ (see ‘Check that you qualify’ below).
What passport do Northern Ireland have?
An Irish passport (Irish: Pas Éireannach) is the passport issued to citizens of Ireland. An Irish passport enables the bearer to travel internationally and serves as evidence of Irish nationality and citizenship of the European Union.
| Passport Card | |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Proof of identity |
Can anyone in Northern Ireland get an Irish passport?
If you were born in Northern Ireland before 1 January 2005, you are entitled to claim Irish citizenship. This means that you can choose to be an Irish citizen and apply for an Irish passport if you want to.
Can I get an Irish passport if I live in Northern Ireland?
If you live in Northern Ireland you can apply for an Irish passport by using Passport Express at certain Post Office branches.
Are Northern Irish British or Irish?
In Northern Ireland, national identity is complex and diverse.Most people of Protestant background consider themselves British, while a majority of people of Catholic background consider themselves Irish.
What is your nationality if you’re from Northern Ireland?
British
Key facts
| Population | 1.88 million people (estimated at 30 June 2018) |
|---|---|
| Capital city | Belfast |
| Nationality and citizenship | British, Irish or both |
| Language(s) | English, Irish, Ulster Scots, British Sign Language (BSL) and Irish Sign Language (ISL) |
| Weather | Northern Ireland forecast |
Do Northern Irish have British citizenship?
The 1998 Good Friday Agreement recognises “the birthright of all the people of Northern Ireland to identify themselves and be accepted as Irish or British, or both, as they may so choose”.
Who qualifies for an Irish passport?
Eligibility. You must be an Irish citizen to get an Irish Passport. You are automatically an Irish Citizen if you were born in Ireland before 2005 or if you were born abroad to a parent who was born in Ireland before 2005.
Can I get Irish citizenship if my great grandparents were Irish?
Unfortunately, we are not eligible to apply for Irish citizenship on the basis that a great grandparent was born in Ireland. However, an exception DOES exist!So, if you are a great grandchild who hopes to be eligible to apply for citizenship one day, it may be a good idea for your parent to obtain citizenship now.
How do I know if I’m an Irish citizen?
Am I an Irish citizen? If you or your parent were born on the island of Ireland before 2005, you are an Irish citizen. You can apply for an Irish passport without making an application for citizenship.
Who controls Northern Ireland?
Since 1998, Northern Ireland has had devolved government within the United Kingdom, presided over by the Northern Ireland Assembly and a cross-community government (the Northern Ireland Executive). The UK Government and UK Parliament are responsible for reserved and excepted matters.
Is Northern Ireland still under British rule?
British rule in Ireland began with the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland in 1169. Northern Ireland still remains part of the United Kingdom as a constituent country.
Is Northern Ireland still in the EU?
Great Britain is no longer in a customs union with the European Union. Northern Ireland is also no longer legally in the EU Customs Union, but remains an entry point into it, creating the Irish Sea border, a de facto customs border down the Irish Sea.
How does a British citizen get an Irish passport?
If you were not born in Ireland and the following situations apply, you may be able to apply for an Irish passport:
- One or both of your parents was born in Ireland and was entitled to Irish citizenship.
- You have one grandparent who was born in Ireland and your birth was entered into the Foreign Births Register.
Can I live in Spain with an Irish passport?
In 2012 the Spanish government introduced new residency requirements for all EU citizens, including Irish nationals. Under the new rules, EU citizens applying for residency in Spain may be required to produce evidence of sufficient financial means to support themselves (and dependants).
Can UK citizens live in Ireland?
UK citizens do not need a visa or residency permit to live, work or study in Ireland. Under the Common Travel Area ( CTA ), UK and Irish citizens can live and work freely in each other’s countries and travel freely between them. Both the UK and Irish governments are committed to protecting the CTA .
Is the IRA Catholic or Protestant?
“The Troubles” refers to the three-decade conflict between nationalists (mainly self-identified as Irish or Roman Catholic) and unionists (mainly self-identified as British or Protestant). The word “troubles” has been used as a synonym for violent conflict for centuries.
How long does it take to become an Irish citizen?
To apply for citizenship by naturalisation based on residence, you must prove that you have been resident in the State for at least 5 years (1825 or 1826 days) out of the last 9 years. This includes 1 year (365 or 366 days) of continuous residence immediately before the date you apply.
