Citizenship visa

Ireland Citizenship by Descent

Citizenship eligibility pathway through parents, grandparents, or ancestral family connections.

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Quick facts

We handle this route

Processing time

8–27 months

Visa duration

Permanent citizenship

Leads to settlement

Yes

Dependants allowed

Varies

Success rate

99%

Fee from

$1,500

Overview

What this visa gives you.

Citizenship by Descent allows individuals to claim nationality through eligible family lineage or ancestry connections. Depending on the country, applicants may qualify through parents, grandparents, or earlier generations.

Successful applicants receive full citizenship rights including passports and residency privileges.

Requirements

What you need to qualify.

Eligible ancestry connection
Applicants must prove qualifying family lineage.

Birth & legal certificates
Official records confirming ancestry are required.

Identity verification
Valid passports and civil documents must be submitted.

Immigration compliance
Background checks may apply during processing.

Country-specific requirements
Eligibility rules vary depending on citizenship laws.

How we handle it

From first call to visa in hand.

Lineage assessment
We review ancestry eligibility and documentation.
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Record collection
Birth certificates and legal records are organized.
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Citizenship submission
Applications and supporting evidence are filed carefully.
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Approval & passport guidance
Support with citizenship registration and passport applications.
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