Everyone must bring
Identity
- Valid passport, or Irish driving licence, or current IRP card (non-EU nationals)
PPS number
- Revenue letter, DSP letter, P60, or any official document showing your PPS number
Proof of address
- Utility bill, bank statement, or official letter showing your name and Irish address, dated within 3 months
Bank account details
- Your IBAN for direct payment, or confirm you want An Post collection (requires PSC)
If recently employed
End of employment
- P45 from employer, or letter confirming your last day and reason for leaving
- Last 3 months payslips
If you have savings or investments
Financial statements
- Bank statements for all accounts — last 3 months
- Investment or share statements if applicable
If you have a spouse or partner with income
Partner income
- Partner's recent payslips or employer letter confirming income
- Or confirmation of their social welfare payment
If self-employed and closing a business
Business documents
- Most recent Revenue Notice of Assessment
- Evidence of ceasing to trade — Revenue deregistration, final accounts
Bring originalsDSP officers need to see original documents. They will photocopy them at the office if needed.
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