Over 4,600 people set to attend the Gleneagle Arena Killarney to receive their Irish Citizenship

22 June 2026

Over today and tomorrow approximately 4,600 people will be granted Irish citizenship at the Gleneagle Killarney.

Applicants from over 139 countries and across nearly all 32 counties on the island will make a declaration of fidelity and loyalty to the State and become Irish citizens.

There will be five ceremonies held over the two days in Killarney. Minister of State with

responsibility for Migration, Colm Brophy will be in attendance on Monday. Minister of State with responsibility for Forestry, Farm Safety and Horticulture, Niall Collins will attend on Tuesday.

The Presiding Officer at the ceremonies over the next two days is Judge Paddy McMahon, who will confer the attendees with Irish Citizenship. He will administer the Declaration of Fidelity to the Irish Nation and Loyalty to the State. The new Irish citizens will undertake to faithfully observe the laws of the State and to respect its democratic values.

Speaking ahead of the ceremonies, Minister of State Brophy said:

“Irish citizenship is about freedom – freedom to participate fully in society, to vote, to shape the future of your community, to raise your family with security and belonging. It is also about responsibility, it is about respecting the rule of law, contributing to the common good and standing up for the values that underpin our Republic.

“I sincerely congratulate each person attending and wish them every success.”

Minister of State Collins added:

“Becoming a citizen is not only about being welcomed — it also reflects a shared commitment to the future we are creating together. This moment opens the door to new opportunities to participate, contribute, and help shape the country in the years ahead.”

The Department has recently launched a new webpage to help people better understand the naturalisation application process, including the key documents required for identity and residency. The page also provides guidance on how to have documents certified. It can be viewed here: https://www.irishimmigration.ie/how-to-become-an-irish-citizen-guide/