What to Write in a Confirmation Card
From a godparent or sponsor
“Congratulations on your Confirmation. It was an honour to stand beside you today. I'm so proud of the young person you're becoming.”
“As your sponsor, I couldn't be prouder. Wishing you every blessing as you take this next step.”
From a grandparent
“To our wonderful grandchild on your Confirmation. You're growing into such a kind and thoughtful young person. All our love and blessings.”
“Congratulations on your Confirmation! We're so proud of you. Enjoy your big day.”
From an aunt or uncle
“Congratulations on your Confirmation! Hard to believe how grown up you are. Have a fantastic day.”
“Huge congratulations. Secondary school, here you come!”
From a family friend or neighbour
“Congratulations on your Confirmation. Wishing you a great day and good luck in the year ahead.”
“Thinking of you on your Confirmation day. Enjoy every minute!”
From parents
“We are so proud of you today, and of the young person you've become. Congratulations on your Confirmation. Love, Mam and Dad.”
Short messages
“Congratulations on your Confirmation!”
“Wishing you every blessing on your Confirmation day.”
“So proud of you. Enjoy your big day!”
Not religious
“Congratulations on reaching such a big milestone. Wishing you a brilliant day and an exciting year ahead.”
Funny
“Congratulations! You've chosen a saint's name; now choose wisely what you spend the money on.”
As Gaeilge
“Comhghairdeas ar do Chóineartú!”
(Congratulations on your Confirmation!)
“Beannachtaí ort ar lá do Chóineartaithe.”
(Blessings on you on your Confirmation day.)
Not sure how much to put in the card? Use our calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What should I write in a Confirmation card?
Keep it warm and personal: congratulate them on their big day, say how proud you are and sign off with love. A heartfelt card means more than the amount.
How much money should I put in a Confirmation card?
Godparents typically give €50–€100; two-thirds of adults give a godchild €50 or more. For a family friend's child, €20 is the most common amount (An Post, 2025). Use our calculator for a guide that fits you.
Can I write a Confirmation card message in Irish?
Yes. "Comhghairdeas ar do Chóineartú!" means "Congratulations on your Confirmation!"
Do I have to put money in a Confirmation card?
No. A card and a kind message are always appropriate; about 6% of people in a 2026 reader poll said they don't give money at all (TheJournal.ie, 2026).
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Sources
- 66% of Irish adults give €50 or more to a godchild for a Communion or Confirmation. An Post Money research by Empathy Research, March 2025
- For a family friend's child, €20 is the most common amount: 42% choose it for a Communion and 37% for a Confirmation. (An Post Money research by Empathy Research, March 2025)
- Reader poll, April 2026 (16,700+ votes, not a scientific sample): €50 was the most common answer (about 33%); about 30% said "depends on my relationship"; about 19% said €20 or less; about 11% said €50–€100; about 2% said over €100; about 6% don't give money. TheJournal.ie Daily Poll, 28 April 2026