September 12, 2026

CIU guidance effective 1 September 2026 links biometric enrolment directly to passport production; update post-approval checklists, date-stamp biometric completion, and align travel planning to the four to six week lead time measured from the later of 1 September 2026 or biometric completion.

Ireland may extend naturalisation residence from 5 to 8 years; advisors should prioritise disciplined day counts, documentary proof and structured file readiness.

June 2026 saw Nauru outline its new citizenship by investment program. See key eligibility, risks, and compliance steps for advisors.