Live or Retire in Europe
Irish citizens have the right to live and work in Ireland and other EU countries, subject to applicable rules.
Citizenship by Descent
Your Irish Roots. Your Dual Citizenship. Your Irish Passport.
Take the next step toward Irish citizenship.Check your eligibility, explore our self-guided resources, or get personal guidance preparing your Irish citizenship application.
Does Irish Ancestry Make You an Irish Citizen Automatically?
If you have an Irish-born parent, check whether you are already an Irish citizen. An Irish-born grandparent may provide a route to citizenship through Foreign Birth Registration (FBR). We’ll help you understand where you stand and explain what comes next.
Why Irish Citizenship Matters
A Second Passport. More Choices.
Irish citizenship gives you more options for the years ahead.
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Choose How You Want to Get Started
Whether you prefer to prepare your own application or have us handle the hard work, Irish Pathway offers the tools and services to help you take the next step toward Irish dual citizenship and an Irish passport.
Prepare Your Application With Confidence
Get the tools you need to prepare your Irish citizenship application yourself. Our self-service guides, checklists, and resources help you identify the right family records, understand FBR requirements, and prepare your application step by step.
Explore Self-Service GuidesGet a Personalized Citizenship Plan
Have an experienced advisor review your family information and provide a Review Status document, customized checklist, and filing roadmap so you have a clear plan for what comes next.
Get My Personalized RoadmapLet Us Handle the Hard Work
Finding the right family records can be the hardest part. We'll identify what you need and help you obtain missing records if needed. We'll review your documents, prepare your online FBR application for your approval, and check your completed packet before submission.
Prepare My ApplicationWhat We Help You Navigate
From finding the right records to preparing your FBR application, Irish Pathway provides the tools and personal assistance to help you move forward.
Find the Right Records
Identify the family documents you need for Irish citizenship. Use our self-service guides or get a personalized checklist to help you gather the right records.
Prepare Your Application
Understand the FBR requirements, organize your documents, and prepare your application with self-service resources or personal assistance.
Get Ready to Submit
Use our self-service checklists to review your application, or have an advisor check your completed packet before submission with our complete preparation service.
A Note From Our Founder
“I completed the Irish citizenship process for myself and members of my family. I know how time-consuming it can be to find the right records, understand the requirements, and prepare the paperwork.That’s why I started Irish Pathway: to make the process easier for other Americans, whether they prefer to do it themselves or want us to handle the preparation.”
Founder, Irish Pathway
Take the First Step Toward Your Irish Passport.
Start With Your Family Connection
Tell us what you know about your family’s ties to Ireland. We’ll help you identify the next step in exploring Irish citizenship by descent.
Free, with no obligation. This preliminary check is different from the personalized review included in our paid services.
Featured Resource
Citizenship by DescentAugust 18, 2026 · 6 min read
Why More Americans Are Pursuing Irish Dual Citizenship
A second passport, the choice to live in Europe, and family opportunities are putting Irish citizenship on more Americans’ radar. Read what’s driving the interest and what to check before starting an application.