Embassy Services

The Embassy, including the Passport and Visa Office, is now operating remotely due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 situation. We are continuing to respond to emails and calls and provide assistance to Irish citizens with consular queries. Please click here for information on how to contact us. 

Coronavirus - Dedicated phone line

Irish citizens who are in Great Britain, or who intend to travel to Great Britain in the near future should visit the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Travel Advice page and follow us on Twitter @IrelandEmbGB

Alternatively, there is a dedicated Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade phone line for Irish citizens who are abroad or who intend to travel abroad in the near future and have concerns about Coronavirus at +353 (0)1 613 1733.

Passports

The fastest and cheapest way to get your first Irish passport or renew your passport is to apply online.

Due to the Covid-19 virus, the Passport Express Service operated by the post offices in Glasgow and Liverpool has been temporarily suspended until further notice.

Consular Assistance

Irish citizens with a  consular query during regular working hours should email us at irishembassylondon@dfa.ie and we will respond to you as soon as possible.

If you have an urgent query or require assistance in case of emergency, please contact the main Embassy number 02072352171 and leave a message for the Duty Officer who will then contact you as soon as possible.