Hi everyone, I'm applying for FBR through an Irish grandparent. I can either apply through my grandmother or grandfather, but I don't have a copy of their marriage certificate. Is this needed if there's not been a name change? I'm wondering if applying through my grandfather (no name change) withou...
Hi everyone, I'm applying for FBR through an Irish grandparent. I can either apply through my grandmother or grandfather, but I don't have a copy of their marriage certificate. Is this needed if there's not been a name change? I'm wondering if applying through my grandfather (no name change) withou...
question about the first-time application passport, do I have to send the documents when I am applying for that? or can I send the documents after? I will be traveling so I can't send my passport. You apply online then send documents with application that you have to print out. You can send a notar...
Hi all, I submitted my application only a few weeks ago and by the looks of things on the main foreign birth register post, I won’t hear back before two years at the earliest :shock:. I just have a few questions if anyone can help as I’ve not heard back from the department directly: 1) The website ...
I’m trying to submit an application to the Foreign Births Register but I am unable to supply one document. Please help? My understanding is as follows: My grandmother is Irish by birth (I.e. born in Ireland) so in order to register I need to show descent through her. I have all the documents I need...
When ID's are notarized it's best to add a declaration statement . For me it was like this: I, ( full name on ID), declare that this is a valid, true copy of my official US passport. Usually the notary is just stamping that it is you signing Not that the ID is true & valid. They can't do that They ...
In my previous post today I said that I was moving on to Irish passport application. I have successfully filled in the online process and my application has been accepted. I now have to resend ID documents including "Original passport from country of birth (if you have one)". It is quite likely tha...
Anyone coming up on their "due date" or have gone past it? I'm at day 52 now, status bar went back from 100% on Dec 1st to 80% now, still processing application. I did get a hold of them via web chat but they could provide no information other than the application is going through entitlement check...
I have just submitted application form and documents but kicking myself for unbelievable carelessness over checking how my witness worded their statement on photocopy of state-issued id. On the page with copy of passport id the witness has written 'I (name of witness) can certify I have seen a true...
I don't suppose you know where they are currently in terms of those batches? And also whether I can expect any notification of my documents actually being received? No. You should follow the main thread for FBR. People will have active applications and dates. They even have a spreadsheet for many o...
So I submitted an FBR application for myself and brother in september of 2020, however by the time I had the documents ready to go in December the offices had closed, a boat I'm sure many are in. I have since sent the documents as soon as they reopened (still don't know if they have my very importa...
Also, two of the four passport photos need to be witnessed. How are people doing this? There’s not much space on the back of a passport photo, so I’m not sure how they are expecting a certified as true statement, name, date, signature, official stamp and address etc. Handy tip for anyone with pets ...
Hello all, I've been following this for a while and thought I'd let you know that my application (receipt of papers acknowledged on 26/11/2019) has today been approved. I'll be watching the letterbox like a hawk for the next few days! I've entered data on the spreadsheet. It was a very straightforw...
Guys, thanks so much for the insight and the quick reply. I'm thrilled. I’ve actually just let my parents know and they are both pleasantly surprised. I do have a couple more questions if I may. A police officer can certify documents as a true copy of the original, but do you think police (civilian...
Hi all--Long time lurker, and many thanks to those who share their tips and experiences. I received my good news today! In August 2019, my application and documentation were received, and not a word since then. But today, got the email we are all hoping for. Wishing you all the best! Congrats--I'll...
Skyhigh123-More progress: 7/11/2019 Email to let me know that my payment has been taken 25/11/2019 Email confirmation that my documents had been received 19/11/2021 Telephone call to confirm that my application was successful and checking my address 30/11/2021 Congratulations email, certificate has...
Hello, After a VERY long wait, I'm excited to say I got an email today saying my FBR application has been approved. Below is my Timeline: Application online: July 29/2019 Documents received: Aug 20/2019 Address Confirmation Email: Nov 30/2021 Congratulations Email: Nov 30/2021 FBR Certificate Recei...
Online application received: 18/9/21 Supporting docs mailed from USA : 4/11/21 --was traveling so delay in getting it sent Supporting docs received, processing application: 30/11/21 --took 3 weeks! Estimated issue date: 02/03/22 ----3 months, eh? Well, at least my documents arrived after being in po...
I Don't believe you can send via FEDEX or UPS. I wanted to do that but agent said they won't deliver to a PO Box so I had to send mine USPS priority international. Supposed to take 3 days but took about 10! Very Good. I know UPS doesn't do it due to the P.O. Box # aspect but FEDEX too now ,maybe? I...
... Notarized passport is fine. I sent notarized passport , notarized NY state ID & original Social Security card attached to a notarized copy. I even notarized all my other things since it was easy to do all at once. I saw your post on the FBR thread- all of your official documents get returned wi...
Hi, I have a few questions any help would be appreciated. For first time passport application online via naturalisation. The documents to submit: 1 - Proof of address - original requested - My utility bills/bank statements are from online - Can I print this and send? 2 - Original passport - If I ge...
For anyone who is abroad and worried about An Post losing your package, An Post currently has a massive backlog to fulfil. Many of domestic packages are being delayed for a couple of days. For international packages it could have a delay of up to a few weeks. Not worried about it getting lost just ...
Today is the day. ... A few observations. A copy of my USA Passport was accepted as proof. It was notarized. I did not receive any emails during the process from Ireland. The individual who I listed to verify my identity was never contacted. Thank you all for all your help and good luck. Thanks for...
An update on my status: Online application: 18 May 2021 Documents received: 28 June 2021 (got stuck in the USPS system for 5 weeks) Status changed to 'processing': 01 July 2021 Estimated issue date: mid-August 2021 Request for additional documentation: 06 September 2021* Resubmitted documents recei...
