At Dillon Law LLP, we provide a fully managed Irish passport application service, handling the entire process on your behalf from start to finish, with services available from London, New York, Boston, and worldwide.
What Is an Irish Passport?
The Irish Passport is one of the most powerful in the world. As an Irish Citizen you become an EU citizen which gives you freedom of movement across all 28 countries it also gives you the right to study and work in the EU
Irish passports are biometric and valid for up to 10 years for adults and 5 years for children.
Who Is Eligible for an Irish Passport?
To qualify, you must first be an Irish citizen. Citizenship may be acquired through:
By Birth
You are automatically an Irish citizen if:
- You were born in Ireland
- One or both of your parents were born in Ireland
By Descent
(Foreign Births Register)
One of both of your grandparents were born in Ireland
How can Dillon Law help?
Dillon Law can make the application on your behalf
You don’t need to navigate forms, gather complex documentation, or deal with the Irish authorities yourself. Our experienced legal team prepares and submits your application, sources and verifies required identity and civil documents where possible, and manages all correspondence — ensuring a smooth, efficient and stress-free experience from initial instruction to your passport approval.
Documents You Will Need
Most of these we can obtain on your behalf
For first-time applications, typical documents include:
Required:
✅ Birth certificate (original)
✅ Proof of Irish citizenship / Foreign Birth Registration certificate
✅ Photo ID (passport or driver’s licence)
✅ Proof of address
✅ Digital passport photo meeting official specs
Photo tips: Incorrect photos are a leading cause of delays. Ensure alignment with official Passport Office standards.
Benefits of Holding an Irish Passport
✔ Visa-free travel to 180+ countries
✔ Work and live in the EU without additional visas
✔ Dual citizenship possibilities
✔ Simplifies business and family travel arrangements
Irish & UK participation in the Common Travel Area means ease of travel and residency rights across both jurisdictions.
Our Fees
Obtain Irish Passport - £800.00 plus VAT per application
Other charges – disbursements – £500.00
note this may be subject to change depending on lineage (full advice given in respect of disbursements following instruction)
Expert Help & Legal Support
If you’re unsure about your eligibility — especially through ancestry or the Foreign Births Register — Dillon Law can help assess your case, prepare documentation, and guide you from application to approval with clarity and efficiency.