James Lowe and his wife Arnica receive Irish citizenship at ceremony in Dublin

Lowe was among over 5000 people to receive their citzenship today and tomorrow at the venue with applicants from over 130 countries. 

CITZENSHIP: James and Arnica Lowe among 5000 peole to receive their Irish Citzenship at the Dublin Convention Centre. Pic: Credit ©INPHO/Ben Brady

Ireland and Leinster winger James Lowe and his wife Arncia received their Irish Citizenship today at the Convention Centre in Dublin.

Lowe was among over 5000 people to receive their citizenship today and tomorrow at the venue with applicants from over 130 countries. 

Congratulations to all our new Irish Citizens this #Valentines Day including @IrishRugby legend James Lowe and his wife Arnica 💚

Over 5,000 people will receive Irish Citizenship at the Convention Centre with applicants from over 130 countries. ☘️ https://t.co/rPNs4v1NkS pic.twitter.com/QQzBPehO7P

— Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration (@DeptJusticeIRL) February 14, 2025

Lowe made his Irish debut during the covid pandemic behind closed doors when Ireland defeated Wales 32-9 in the Autumn Nations Cup. He became eligible to play for Ireland due to the then three-year residency rule. He has gone on to play 38 times for Ireland and won the Six Nations Grand Slam in 2023 and the Six Nations Championship in 2024.

The 32-year-old was named in the 2024 World Rugby Dream Team of the Year. Lowe joined Leinster ahead of the 2017-18 season and has made 85 appearances. He quickly became a fan favourite and won both the European Champions Cup and the Pro14 in his first season with the province.