Update on Passport Services

The latest updates on the current provision of passport services can be found here

Alert: We are aware of third-party websites that, in return for a fee, are purporting to assist passport applicants with their online Irish Passport application

Resubmission Links: If the Passport Service has asked you to resubmit a photo, consent form, witness form or other supporting documents you can request a new resubmission link here

The Passport Card is available to all Irish Citizens who hold a valid Irish Passport Book. Your personal details must be an exact match of the details that appear in your Passport Book.

Where can you use it
How long is it valid
How much does it cost
Method of payment
How long does it take
Lost, stolen or damaged
How to apply
Changes to the Passport Card 2021

Where can you use it

It is valid for travel to all EU Member States, the members of the EEA (Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway), Switzerland and the United Kingdom. It is recognised as a valid travel document by relevant national authorities.

Countries

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway and Switzerland.

At Airports/ Ports

When travelling through airports, access to E-gates is determined by Local infrastructure.
A border official can also manually check the Passport Card.

How long is it valid

5 years at the most.
The Passport Card will match the expiry date of your Passport Book, if you have less than 5 years validity remaining.

How much does it cost

View Passport Card fees.

Methods of payment

Pay by credit or debit card.
Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club International and American Express cards are accepted.

How long does it take

View our turnaround times.

Lost, stolen or damaged

See what to do and how to get a replacement.

How to apply

You must apply online. You will save money if you get your Passport Book and Passport Card at the same time as part of a bundle.

Over 18 and hold existing Passport Book

You may apply for a Passport Card individually.
Your passport book must have at least 3 months remaining validity.

Over 18 with no Passport Book or Passport Card

You can get a Passport Card and Passport Book at the same time online as part of a bundle

Under 18

You can only get a Passport Card with a Passport Book as part of a bundle which is an option you can select when renewing your child’s passport online.
Passport Cards for under 18s will be valid for the same period as the Passport Book.

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