Literal question
Q.7 Place of birth ____
If born in Ireland, state the county
If born elsewhere, state the country
Explanatory notes
Question 7 - Place of birth
Give the usual residence of the person's mother at time of birth, not the location of the hospital or nursing home where the person was born.
If born in any part of Ireland (including Northern Ireland) give the name of the county of birth.
If born outside Ireland, whether now resident in or visiting Ireland, state the country of birth.
Interviewer instructions
Questions which cover all persons
Q.7: Place of Birth
The county of birth is required for every person born in any part of Ireland (including Northern Ireland). If a person was born in a County Borough, the county name should be entered. The name of the country is sufficient for persons born outside Ireland.