Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 June 2016
58. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if she will give consideration to applications for Irish passports made by persons whose great grandparents were born here; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18669/16]
View answerThe processing of applications for passports is the responsibility of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and I therefore have no function in the matter.
The entitlement to Irish citizenship however, including citizenship by descent and through naturalisation, is governed by the provisions of the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act 1956, as amended. I have no plans to amend the citizenship laws in this regard. Detailed information on Irish citizenship and naturalisation is available on the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) website at www.inis.gov.ie
