Irish By Descent, LLC is an online education company based in the Washington, D.C. area.
We believe that the way people pursue Foreign Birth Registration matters, and that the journey should help them understand their family story, reconnect with their Irish heritage, and develop a lasting connection with Ireland.
Citizenship by descent is often presented as more confusing, intimidating, or inaccessible than it needs to be. Our goal is to replace misinformation and unnecessary complexity with clear, practical education covering the genealogical research, official records, and steps required to submit a complete and accurate application.
Irish By Descent is a Member of Learnovate, a research and innovation centre hosted by Trinity College Dublin.
We are also an Institutional Member of the Virginia Genealogical Society and a Sponsor Member of the Éire Society of Boston.
Our Education Director is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists.
We work to bring wider attention to the opportunity of Irish citizenship by descent. Foreign Birth Registration application figures obtained by Irish By Descent from Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs have been featured by various media outlets.
IrishCentral reported on the figures, highlighting the substantial rise in applications from U.S. residents as well as increases in Canada, Australia, and Great Britain.
The Canadian figures were featured in an article and television report by CTV News Atlantic, part of Canada’s largest private broadcast network.
The Australian figures were featured in an article and video report by ABC News, Australia’s national broadcaster. The article also included commentary from Irish By Descent.
We are passionate about connecting with people and organizations focused on Irish history, culture, and genealogy. On our Articles page, we also occasionally feature educational guest articles that share helpful context and perspectives on these topics. ☘️
If you would like to stay connected with us, join our email list for occasional updates, helpful information, and stories about Irish culture, family history, and citizenship by descent. Instagram is our primary social platform, where our community has grown to more than 11,000 followers.
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Professionals with expertise in Irish history, culture, or genealogy who publish educational articles on our Articles page.
Professional Genealogist & Award-Winning Tour Guide
Your family's story is the roadmap. We'll help you follow it: through the records, the research, and every step of the Foreign Birth Registration application.
For some families, the records of earlier generations do more than preserve the past. They may also hold a path to Irish citizenship.
You don't need a law degree – you need clear steps to explore your Irish-born grandparent's past, find required records, and prepare your Foreign Birth Registration application.
One grandparent born on the island of Ireland can make you eligible to apply for Irish citizenship through Foreign Birth Registration. If you become an Irish citizen, you are also a European Union citizen.
As demonstrated by Italy’s 2025 changes, citizenship-by-descent programs can shift fast. If you are eligible to apply, we encourage you not to let this incredible opportunity pass you by.
Even if you hire paid support, do not expect a completely “hands-off” experience. Some steps still require your direct involvement. Our course helps you complete those same steps on your own time at a fraction of the cost, while keeping the journey meaningful.
Foreign Birth Registration (FBR) can create a lasting legacy. If you successfully register before your child is born, your future children may also be eligible to apply through FBR.
