Embassy of Ireland, Abu Dhabi

12/06/2026

11/06/2026

We were delighted to attend the Rose of Tralee in Dubai last Friday and to celebrate Dubai-born Enya Crone being selected as the UAE Rose.

Our 14,000-strong 🇮🇪 community continues to go from strength to strength, and it is always special to see the next generation of our diaspora celebrating their heritage.

10/06/2026

Time and again, wherever you go in the UAE, you find Irish people doing exceptional work. The breathtaking Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is no different. Judith McAlester has played a pivotal role in creating something truly world-class.

Our Chargé, John Forde was delighted to have met with her and Director Dr Peter Kjærgaard yesterday to discuss future collaboration. The possibilities are very exciting!

27/05/2026

Wishing you and your family a happy, healthy and joyful Eid Mubarak!

نتمنى لكم ولعائلتكم عيد مبارك و تمام الصحة و العافية

25/05/2026

It is with great pride that we congratulate Ambassador Alison Milton on being awarded The First Order of Zayed II. The prestigious honour is fitting recognition of the dedication, vision, and tireless work you have shown throughout your four years here; a perfect capstone.

25/05/2026

📢WE ARE HIRING📢

The Embassy of Ireland in Abu Dhabi is seeking highly motivated candidates for the position of Support Driver & Administration Assistant.

Job description and application form here: https://www.ireland.ie/en/uae/abudhabi/about/job-opportunities/recruitment-notice-driver-and-administration-assistant-gro/

Application deadline 👉4.30pm, Thursday 4th June 2026

24/05/2026

Embassy staff and their friends and family were at the Abu Dhabi Culture Foundation this evening as Irish movie, ‘Lakeland’s’ closed out the 2026 European Movie Festival. It was great to meet with the community and friends of Ireland while enjoying top quality Irish cinema 🎥🇮🇪🍿🇪🇺

22/05/2026

Don't miss the chance to see Ireland's film at this year's EU Film Festival.

Showing this Sun at 4pm, Lakelands follows a young athlete struggling to rediscover his identity in a town where sport defines everything.

Tickets: https://euff.ae/lakelands/


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20/05/2026

📢Travelling this summer? ✈️
Check your passport expiry date today - many countries require a minimum 6-month passport validity to enter. With a turnaround time of up to 6 weeks, if your Irish Passport is due for renewal, don't delay. Apply today at https://ireland.ie/en/dfa/passports/passport-online/