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Tougher tests for migrants to become Irish citizens been considered

Foreign nationals seeking Irish citizenship could face language proficiency tests, enhanced backg...

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07.50 24 Aug 2026


Tougher tests for migrants to become Irish citizens been considered


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07.50 24 Aug 2026


Foreign nationals seeking Irish citizenship could face language proficiency tests, enhanced background checks. With stricter good-character requirements under proposals being considered by the Government. 

We get reaction to this with John Lannon, CEO, Doras. 


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