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An Irish citizenship by marriage application is an application for naturalisation by the spouse or civil partner of an Irish citizen, using the three-year route. This solicitor-handled service calculates your reckonable residency and prepares your full Form 8 application. It is for spouses and civil partners of Irish citizens who want their application prepared carefully and completely.
What’s included
- A solicitor-handled Irish citizenship application via the three-year route for spouses of Irish citizens
- Calculation of your reckonable residency
- Preparation of your full Form 8
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- Spouses or civil partners of Irish citizens living in Ireland
- Applicants with several immigration permissions over their time in Ireland
- Applicants unsure whether they meet the marriage and residence requirements
- Anyone who wants a solicitor to prepare the application rather than doing it alone
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- The solicitor then calculates your reckonable residence and prepares your Form 8 application.
- The completed work is delivered to you by email, with plain-English notes on what to do next.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a citizenship by marriage application cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
How long do I need to be married to apply for Irish citizenship?
In general, you must have been married to, or in a civil partnership with, the Irish citizen for at least three years, and be living together. You also need three years of reckonable residence in the five years before applying, including one year of continuous residence immediately before the application.
Is citizenship by marriage automatic?
No. It is an application for naturalisation, and the Minister must be satisfied that you meet all the requirements, including good character.
For more on Irish immigration, visas and citizenship, see our Immigration & Citizenship in Ireland guide.
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