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, focusing in particular on the most vulnerable of our emigrants.

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.

Visiting Ireland?

Ireland remains a popular tourist location with 6.8 million overseas tourists visiting in 2013. Join them and experience everything that Ireland has to offer.

St. Patrick's Day

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

Immigration Reform

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

Irish Immigration Centers

Individual CIIC member centres offer a range of immigration-related services and programs for local Irish emigrants.

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