If you are a naturalised Irish citizen but are living outside Ireland, you should complete a Declaration of Intention to Retain Irish Citizenship each year and file it with the Department of Justice. It is a simple form which must be signed in the presence of a notary or other qualified person. It is filed by sending it by email to a dedicated email address in Justice. If you live abroad for seven years and haven’t done this, then your citizenship may be revoked. We haven’t seen this provision used but don’t be the first to fall foul!
Contact Gerry McGrath or any of the rest of our legal team to discuss your options today. info@mcrathmullan.ie
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