Both countries permit dual citizenship. You keep your US passport. You gain an EU passport.
What dual citizenship gives you
- Live, work, study across EU/EEA without a visa
- Irish passport — top-tier for visa-free travel
- Pass Irish citizenship to future children (with conditions)
- No limit on time in Ireland
What it doesn’t change
- Still owe US taxes on worldwide income
- Still must file FBAR / FATCA
- US passport remains required for US re-entry
Three paths
- Irish parent — automatic.
- Foreign Births Registration via Irish grandparent — 6–9 months.
- Naturalisation after 5 years’ legal residence.
FAQs
Do I need to give up US citizenship?
No. Both countries permit dual.
Will the IRS find out I have an Irish passport?
FATCA requires Irish banks to report US-person accounts to the IRS.
More: Citizenship via Descent
Relocating from the USA? Services for Americans in Ireland
- Americans in Ireland Welcome Pack — not currently available
- Couples Americans in Ireland Welcome Pack — not currently available
- Business Welcome Pack for US Founders — not currently available
- Irish Will for US Citizens with Dual-Country Assets — not currently available
- US-Ireland Tax & Residency Consultation — not currently available
- Stamp 0 Retirement Visa Application Review — not currently available
- Irish Property Purchase Pack for US Buyers — not currently available
Related guides for Americans moving to Ireland
- Moving to Ireland from the USA: A Solicitor’s Legal Checklist
- US Families Relocating to Ireland
- Start a Business in Ireland as a US Citizen
- Immigration Solicitor Ireland for Americans
Related services
- Moving to Ireland from USA: Legal Checklist
- Irish Citizenship for Americans
- Buy Property in Ireland as an American
- Tax & Legal Advice for Americans Moving to Ireland
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