More than 4,600 people to become Irish citizens (opens original article in a new tab)

Over 4,600 individuals from 139 countries will be granted Irish citizenship in ceremonies held in Killarney, Co Kerry, with officials emphasizing the responsibilities and freedoms associated with citizenship.

• Around 4,600 people from over 139 countries will become Irish citizens in ceremonies in Killarney, Co Kerry.
• Five citizenship ceremonies will take place over two days, with Judge Paddy McMahon administering the Declaration of Fidelity to the Irish Nation and Loyalty to the State.
• Minister of State Colm Brophy emphasized that Irish citizenship involves both freedom to participate in society and responsibility to respect the rule of law and democratic values.