Irish community in the USA

Ireland is lucky to have a diaspora who makes a meaningful contribution to our country, whether they're building economic development, raising awareness of our culture or creating a positive image of Ireland here in the United States of America.

Emigrant Support Programme

We provide grants to Irish organisations in the United States, focussing in particular on the most vulnerable of our emigrants.

Immigration Reform

Resolving the status of undocumented Irish migrants and future legal migration between Ireland and the United States

Presidential Award

The Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish Abroad recognises sustained,distinguished service to Ireland, its communities abroad or its international reputation by those living abroad.

Irish Culture

Promoting Irish culture is an important part of the Consulate's work. We work with key organisations to enhance the opportunities to enjoy Irish culture, including music, poetry theatre and craft.

St. Patrick's Day

Saint Patrick’s Day is a global celebration of what it means to be Irish and the Embassy uses the opportunity every March to celebrate with Irish communities and to showcase Ireland.

Visiting Ireland?

Ireland remains a popular tourist location with 6.8 million overseas tourists visits in 2013.

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