A Presidential Election has been called for 24 October and presidential hopefuls must have their nominations in exactly one month before polling day.
The ballot is beginning to take shape and those with their eyes on the Áras have until noon on 24 September to get their nominations in order.
There are some strict criteria which candidates must meet before they can be officially nominated.
Watch our simple guide to find out who is eligible to be president and how they get nominated.
