Competitions
From time to time or when required, the Defence Forces will advertise Naval Service Recruitment Competitions through all social media platforms, websites and the national newspapers. To see what competitions are currently ongoing visit the Current Vacancies Page >>
Cadetships
The Defence Forces are NOT accepting applications for cadetships at this time.
Please Note:
Applications forms for entry into the Defence Forces are only available through the online application form on this site. The online application form for enlistment is only available when recruitment competitions are open.
There is NO access to the online application form when recruitment is closed.
General Service
Check out the Current Competitions page for the Current General Service Competition for the Naval Service
Please Note:
Application forms for entry into the Defence Forces are only available through the online application form on this site.
The online application form for enlistment is only available when recruitment competitions are open. There is NO access to the online application form when recruitment is closed.
Reserve Defence Force
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for recruits in the Naval Service Reserve.
Applications Through Irish
To make any application through Irish send an email to recruitment@defenceforces.ie to request an application form.
