Citizenship by Naturalisation (Spouse or Civil Partner)

You must provide original documents (or certified copies where specified). Any document not in English or Irish must be accompanied by a certified translation.

Identity and Status

• Passports: Your current valid passport and all previous passports held since you arrived in Ireland.
• Public Services Card (PSC): This is mandatory for the online application process.
• Spouse’s Proof of Citizenship: Your spouse’s Irish passport, birth certificate, or their own naturalisation certificate.

Proof of Relationship

• Marriage/Civil Partnership Certificate: A certified copy of your legal union.
• Affidavit: A statutory declaration (Form 8) that must be signed and witnessed by a Commissioner for Oaths or a Solicitor.

Proof of Residence (The "Points" System)

You must reach a score of 150 points for every year of residency you are claiming.

• High Value (70 points): P60, Employment Detail Summary, or Department of Social Protection letters.
• Medium Value (50 points): Bank statements showing active use in Ireland for at least six months.
• Low Value (20 points): Utility bills (gas, electricity, landline) or a television license.