How to get FBR application (form, witness, photos) for Ireland citizenship
This document is part of a Ireland citizenship-by-descent application. Here is exactly who issues it, how to request it, and what to expect.
- Irish Department of Foreign Affairs
- Online application on the DFA website, then the signed witnessed form and original documents by post
- €278 (adults); €153 (children under 18)
- ~9–12 months processing — this is the main bottleneck
Identify the issuing authority: Irish Department of Foreign Affairs.
Request method: Online application on the DFA website, then the signed witnessed form and original documents by post.
Budget for the cost (€278 (adults); €153 (children under 18)) and the wait (~9–12 months processing — this is the main bottleneck) — order this before faster documents.
Once received, follow Ireland's apostille and translation rules before submitting.
The form must be witnessed by a professional from the DFA's approved list (doctor, lawyer, teacher, police officer, etc.). Fees and processing times change periodically — confirm before submitting.
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