Citizenship Delays and New Rules | Ireland News

Over 13,000 people are stuck waiting over a year for citizenship decisions—with nearly 10% languishing for more than two years. New government rules aim to tighten eligibility by extending residency from five to eight years, requiring English or Irish language skills and proof of self-sufficiency. But migrant advocates warn these changes ignore existing delays, as applications have tripled since 2021 while staffing hasn’t kept up. Officials say processing times vary due to complex, case-by-case checks—including international verifications outside their control—and stress they’re working toward efficiency, even as thousands remain in limbo.

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