Services
Information on services provided by the Embassy in Paris and the Consulate in Lyon
Services provided by the Embassy in Paris and the Consulate in Lyon
We have a wide range of consular services that we provide for Irish citizens, including passports. We provide consular assistance to Irish citizens in emergencies and you can contact us if you need help.
You can also find information on visa requirements for visiting Ireland. Please note that the Consulate in Lyon does not process visa applications. Please contact the Embassy in Paris.
Authentication of documents
You may need the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Ireland to authenticate your Irish documents. Information about the legalisation of documents for use in Ireland.
Citizenship
DFAT provides information on citizenship through descent (foreign birth registration), naturalisation, and reclaiming or renouncing your Irish citizenship.
Consular fees
Find a detailed breakdown of the Embassy and Consulate’s fees for consular services.
Marriage and civil partnership
If you want to marry or enter into a civil partnership abroad, you’ll need to meet all legal requirements of the country in question.
Moving to Ireland
Find helpful information if you are thinking of moving to Ireland.
New to France
Information and guidance if you are considering moving or have recently moved to France.
Passports
All the information you need to apply for or renew your passport, if you are resident in France.
Return to Ireland
Whatever your reason for coming home and whatever stage of life you are at, the information you need to start a life in Ireland can be found through the Returning to Ireland portal on citizensinformation.ie.
Travel advice
If you’re travelling to France, DFAT provides up to date travel advice and practical tips.
Visas
Travelling to Ireland? Information on requirements, applications and answers to your questions.