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Irish Citizenship & Long-Term Residence

Becoming an Irish citizen.

Considered consultation on Irish citizenship and long-term residence — from eligibility assessment through naturalisation, citizenship through residence or marriage, and EU long-term residence.

Who this is for

Is the Irish Citizenship journey right for you?

A short overview of the people we most often advise on this route.

  • Residents approaching the reckonable residence threshold
  • Spouses of Irish citizens considering naturalisation
  • Applicants with an Irish association pathway
  • Long-term residents planning their next permission step
What we advise on

Irish Citizenship services

Every engagement begins with a confidential consultation. From there we advise on the best-suited route, prepare a considered application and support you through submission and beyond.

Citizenship Eligibility Assessment

A structured review of reckonable residence and your naturalisation eligibility.

Naturalisation Applications

Preparation and review of naturalisation applications and supporting evidence.

Citizenship through Marriage

Advice for spouses of Irish citizens exploring naturalisation.

Citizenship through Residence

Guidance on residence-based routes and reckonable time.

Irish Associations

Considered advice on citizenship based on Irish associations.

Long-Term Residence

Eligibility, application and documentation support for LTR applicants.

EU Long-Term Residence

Advice on the EU long-term residence framework where applicable.

Eligibility overview

What we consider

A high-level overview only. A consultation confirms your position with the detail your circumstances deserve.

  • Naturalisation requires reckonable residence and good character, among other criteria.
  • Residence-based routes count only certain permission types towards eligibility.
  • Time spent outside Ireland can affect reckonable residence calculations.
  • A consultation confirms whether you are eligible before you invest in an application.
How Novuo helps

A considered, step-by-step approach

  1. 1

    Confirm eligibility

    We review your residence history, permissions and time abroad in detail.

  2. 2

    Structure the application

    You receive a considered plan and personalised document checklist.

  3. 3

    Prepare the evidence

    We help evidence residence, character and identity to a high standard.

  4. 4

    Advise beyond citizenship

    Guidance on passports, dual citizenship considerations and family members.

Discuss your irish citizenship plans with a Novuo consultant.

A confidential initial consultation to understand your circumstances, identify your options and outline a clear next step. Following your consultation, we provide a tailored fixed quotation based on the complexity and scope of your matter.

Frequently asked

Common irish citizenship questions

When can I apply for Irish citizenship?

Most naturalisation applications require a qualifying period of reckonable residence. A consultation calculates yours precisely.

Does time outside Ireland count?

Absences beyond set limits can reduce reckonable residence. We review your travel history carefully.

Is Long-Term Residence the same as citizenship?

No. LTR is a residence permission; citizenship is a legal status. Some clients pursue LTR before or instead of naturalisation.

Have a different question? See the full FAQ →