Irish Residence Permit
First Time Registration
Appointment
How do I get an appointment for first-time registration?
If you are resident in Dublin city or county
If you are resident in Dublin city or county and wish to register a permission for the first time, please call Freephone 1800 741741.
Operators are available between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday to take your call and book your appointment. (You should also call this number if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment.)
Please make sure you have your passport details and a valid email address to share with the customer service representative when you call.
If you are living outside Dublin
If you are living outside Dublin, send an email to the garda office at your respective county to arrange for an appointment.
Last Updated: 22-Jun-2022
Payment
Can I pay for the registration fees using cash?
No, only card payments are accepted.
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
Can I pay for the registration fees using my forex card?
Yes, you can use your forex card for the payment.
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
Travel
I don’t need to register until I have been in the State for 90 days – what if I want to travel and return to Ireland before I register and receive my IRP card?
If you know that you will be travelling within the first four months of your arrival in Ireland, you should apply for a multiple entry visa for your initial trip to Ireland. This will enable you to travel in and out of Ireland before you register and receive your IRP card.
If you travelled to Ireland on a single entry visa and discover that you need to travel and return to Ireland before you get your IRP card, you can travel and apply for another entry visa from outside Ireland.
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
I have registered for IRP but haven't received my card yet. What if I want to travel and return to Ireland before I receive my IRP card?
The Irish Residence Permit is issued to non-EEA nationals who have permission to reside in the State for more than 90 days.
It can take some weeks to get a registration appointment, and up to 2 weeks for an IRP card to be produced following registration.
Visa required nationals who intend to travel in and out of Ireland during the first four months of their planned stay should apply for a multiple entry visa, which will allow them to travel into Ireland multiple times in a given period before their IRP card is issued.
Reference: http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/abolition-of-adult-re-entry-visas
Last Updated: 25-Aug-2020
Renewal
Appointment
I need to renew my IRP. Where should I book my appointment?
The online renewal application portal can be found here: https://inisonline.jahs.ie/
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
Payment
I made a payment in the online application portal but didn't receive any confirmation email
Please check you spam folder for the email. If you have checked your spam folder but have not received an email from us, please wait 7 working days for us to contact you.
If you have not heard from us by then, please contact the immigration unit (immigrationsupport@justice.ie) responsible for processing the application form you want to submit.
If you contact us by email, please include 'online form – issue' in the subject line of your email
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
I'm not getting redirected to the payment page after form submission
Try submitting a new form without saving it to get redirected to the payment page.
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
Application Submission
My Spouse's permission is dependent on my renewal. Should we submit our application together?
You need to submit two separate applications for yourself and your spouse in the online application portal.
In your Spouse's application, select Yes, my family member's permission is dependent on me.
In your application, select Yes, my permission is dependent on my non-EU/EEA & non-Swiss family member (or) other option appropriately.
Last Updated: 22-Jun-2022
Delivery
How many days will it take to process my renewal application?
Processing times: 8-10 weeks
You will receive an email notifying you when your application has been processed.
Last Updated: 22-Jun-2022
What happens once my renewal application is processed?
If your application is successful – your permission will be renewed and your new IRP card will be posted to you separately within 10 – 15 working days
Reference: http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/online-renewal-applications-for-students-in-dublin-only
Last Updated: 22-Jun-2022
I'm waiting to receive my IRP card and I'm planning to shift my house meanwhile. What should I do in this case to receive my IRP card at my new address?
You can get your mail redirected to your new home by setting up a redirection service at your local post office or applying online.
You will need proof of identity and proof of address if you are applying at the post office.
They accept driving licences, passports, employer photo ID or student photo ID from third level colleges as proof of identify.
A utility bill, bank or building society statement, issued within the last five months and bearing the address mail is to be redirected from, will be accepted as proof of address.
Reference: https://www.anpost.com/Post-Parcels/Manage-Your-Post/Arrange-Redirection
Last Updated: 25-Aug-2020
Travel
I have applied for my IRP renewal. Now, I have a family emergency and need to travel ASAP. Can I get my IRP renewed immediately?
Option 1:
Send an email to immigrationsupport@justice.ie with subject line Flight Booked for Travel.
You should submit proof of travel, for example your flight booking and the reason for the emergency.
They will respond and process your application.
Option 2:
Travel Document
If you require a Travel Document due to a genuine emergency which requires you to travel abroad, you should submit the Travel Document Application Form and send it to:
Travel Document Section
Ministerial Decisions Unit
Repatriation Division
Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service
Department of Justice and Equality
13-14 Burgh Quay
Dublin 2
D02 XK70
You should also email INISTravdoc@justice.ie to let them know that you have applied and to explain the reason for the urgency.
Applications will be considered urgent only if extraordinary circumstances apply – emergency medical treatment, death or serious illness of a family member.
You should provide proof of the need for prioritisation.
References:
http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/inis/pages/application_for_a_travel_document
Last Updated: 22-Jun-2022
General
I have applied for IRP renewal. Will they issue the new IRP with a start date from when we had applied online?
No, the start date will be from the processed day.
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
What are the required documents for IRP renewal?
Check Required Documents Reference Guide - http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Online-Registration-required-documents-reference-guide[1].pdf/Files/Online-Registration-required-documents-reference-guide[1].pdf
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
Is there any guide for completing the application form in online portal?
Check Immigration Online Portal Guide – http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Immigration-Online-Portal-Guidance%5b1%5d.pdf/Files/Immigration-Online-Portal-Guidance%5b1%5d.pdf
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
What happens if I forget to upload the necessary documents as part of my application?
Once you have created an application, you may scan any additional supporting documents and resubmit.
Last Updated: 15-Aug-2020
How can I obtain an update on the status of my application?
You may submit your query by email to immigrationsupport@justice.ie
When contacting them please include:
- your name,
- online application reference number,
- registered post tracking number, and
- your contact details.
Last Updated: 22-Jun-2022
Is my permission restricted to the expiry of my passport
No, from April 2021 your permission is not linked to the expiration date on your passport.
When you receive a new passport, you are legally required to contact your local immigration office to update your details.
If you have a question about a balance of permission or you want to update your details contact immigrationsupport@justice.ie in Dublin city and county and gnib_dv@garda.ie if you live outside Dublin.
Last Updated: 22-Jun-2022
Change Address
I have changed my home/postal address and need to update it in my registration. What is the procedure?
If your new address is outside Dublin, send an email to gnib_dv@garda.ie
If your new address is within Dublin, send an email to immigrationsupport@justice.ie
Subject Line - Change of address
In the email, specify below details:
- Full Name
- Registration Number
- Nationality
- Date Of Birth
- New Address
You will get an acknowledgement in 2-3 days.
Reference - http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/registration-update-details
Last Updated: 22-Jun-2022
Health Insurance
Can you suggest some affordable health insurance options available in Ireland?
- https://www.studyandprotect.com/ (Stamp 1G) (EUR 200 - 250 per year)
- https://www.layahealthcare.ie/productsandservices/plan/scheme/assure-protect (EUR 40 per month)