When you must register
Register within 90 days of arriving in Ireland on a long-stay visa, or within 90 days of entry if you entered visa-free. Registering late causes complications — particularly for future renewals and immigration applications. Start the process early: appointment slots in Dublin fill up weeks in advance.
Where to register
Dublin
Register at the Burgh Quay Registration Office, Dublin 2. Appointments are required — book at inisonline.jahs.ie. Slots fill up 3–4 weeks in advance.
Outside Dublin
Register at your local Garda station. Call ahead to confirm they handle IRP registrations and ask about their appointment process.
Documents to bring
Standard documents
- Valid passport
- Long-stay visa (D visa) if applicable
- Evidence of purpose of stay — employment contract, offer letter, or college enrollment letter
- Proof of address in Ireland — utility bill, lease, or bank statement within 3 months
- Registration fee — currently €300, paid by card
What happens at the appointment
An immigration officer checks your documents, confirms your permission, and takes a photograph and fingerprints. In Dublin the card is typically issued on the day. Outside Dublin it is usually posted within a few weeks.
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