Embassy of Ireland, Abu Dhabi

11/09/2026

Ambassador Mythen, Deputy Head of Mission Deirdre Toomey, and First Secretary Richard O’Neill met with the Enterprise Ireland UAE Business Advisory Group in Dubai yesterday to discuss upcoming opportunities and key developments across the UAE market.

The Embassy looks forward to working closely with the Enterprise Ireland MENA team to support Irish exporters, build new opportunities, and strengthen the strong business ties between Ireland and the UAE 🇮🇪🤝🇦🇪

09/09/2026

Our Embassy team was delighted to meet with Abu Dhabi Irish Society to discuss ways we can engage and work together to support and celebrate the wonderful Irish community in Abu Dhabi. We’re looking forward to collaborating on events and initiatives in the months ahead.

A particular highlight for the Ambassador was receiving a homemade barmbrack — a very welcome taste of home! ☘️🇮🇪

Here’s to continued friendship, community and collaboration in Abu Dhabi💚

04/09/2026

Yesterday marked the beginning of a new chapter at the Embassy of Ireland.

Ambassador Mythen was honoured to present his credentials to H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, President of the UAE and ruler of Abu Dhabi, which marks the official beginning of his posting in Abu Dhabi.

The ceremony took place at Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential Palace. Ambassador Mythen conveyed the warm wishes of the President and Government of Ireland, and expressed Ireland’s friendship and solidarity with the UAE and its people following the challenges faced in the region earlier this year.

Ambassador Mythen’s appointment comes at an exciting time in relations between Ireland and the Gulf, and he looks forward to working with our Emirati partners to further strengthen ties between Ireland and the UAE, as well as engaging with the Irish community in the region.

Welcome to Abu Dhabi, Ambassador!

03/09/2026

Calling all Irish teachers in the UAE! 🇮🇪
Join us for a special celebration of World Teacher's Day!

Register now to connect with fellow educators and be a part of this exciting event👉 http://bit.ly/3Xumifd



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02/09/2026

🇮🇪 A great evening at the pop-up gaeltacht in Abu Dhabi organised by Cúpla Focal Abroad ☘️🌍

Ambassador Mythen was delighted to meet with members Irish community, connect over a cupla focal, and celebrate our language and culture here in the UAE☘️

Cúpla Focal Abroad ☘️🌍 will also be offering Irish language lessons, so keep an eye on their page for more details and upcoming events📝

🇮🇪Tráthnóna iontach ag an “pop-up” Gaeltacht i nAbu Dhabi eagraithe ag Cúpla Focal Abroad ☘️🌍.

Bhí lúcháir ar Ambasadóir Mythen tar éis bualadh leis an bpobal Éireannach is teacht le chéile thar cúpla focal, agus ceiliúradh ár gcultúr agus teanga anseo sa UAE☘️

Beidh Cúpla Focal Abroad ☘️🌍 ag cur ceachtanna Gaeilge ar siúil freisin - coimeád súil ar a tsuíomh do níos mó eolas agus eachtraí le teacht📝

01/09/2026

We are delighted to share a welcome message from our new Ambassador to the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait, Fergal Mythen.

Ambassador Mythen joins us from his previous post as Ireland’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York.

As he begins his posting in the UAE, Ambassador Mythen looks forward to connecting with the vibrant Irish community across the region. He looks forward to meeting you, hearing your stories, and seeing first-hand the incredible work you are all doing.

01/09/2026

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28/08/2026

Today, the Embassy bids a fond farewell to our colleague and friend, Consul David Moore.

Over the past three years, Dave has been a dedicated member of our team, working tirelessly to strengthen the ties between Ireland and the UAE. While we are sad to see him go, we are incredibly proud of his contributions and the impact he has made during his time here.

Dave is heading back to Ireland to begin a new professional chapter this coming Monday. We wish him the very best of luck in his new post and look forward to seeing all that he will achieve.

Thank you for everything Dave, you will be missed! 🇮🇪🇦🇪

25/08/2026

24/08/2026

The Embassy provides a range of help and support services to citizens in distress abroad. The DFA Consular Assistance Charter outlines the type of help we can provide and our values and commitments in providing this support:

https://www.ireland.ie/en/dfa/overseas-travel/assistance-abroad/consular-assistance-charter/ -the-consular-assistance-charter