Eligibility To Vote
Residents of the state who are Irish citizens or British citizens may participate in elections to the national parliament. Residents who are citizens of any EU state may vote in European Parliament elections, while any resident, regardless of citizenship, may participate in local elections.
Entitlement to vote, based on citizenship:
| Resident citizens | Local elections | European elections | Dáil Elections | Presidential elections | Referendums |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irish citizens | |||||
| British citizens | |||||
| EU citizens | |||||
| Non-EU citizens |
Read more about this topic: Elections In The Republic Of Ireland
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