Three categories of documents neededIdentity, proof of address in Ireland, and evidence of why you need a PPS number right now. You must bring all three. Missing any one of them means your appointment is wasted.
EU / EEA citizens
🇪🇺 EU / EEA citizen checklist
Passport or national identity cardValid and not expired. Must be the original — photocopies are not accepted.
Proof of address in IrelandUtility bill, bank statement, or official letter — dated within the last 3 months, showing your name and Irish address.
Evidence of needJob offer letter, letter from school or college, HAP application letter, or other document showing why you need a PPS number now.
Non-EU / non-EEA citizens
🌍 Non-EU citizen checklist
Valid passportOriginal passport only. Must be valid — not expired.
Irish Residence Permit (IRP card)Your IRP card showing your current immigration permission. Stamp type must allow you to work or access services.
Proof of address in IrelandUtility bill, bank statement, or official letter dated within the last 3 months.
Evidence of needJob offer letter, official letter from your employer, or other document showing why you need a PPS number.
Ukrainian nationals under Temporary Protection
🇺🇦 Temporary Protection checklist
Ukrainian passport or travel documentIf you don't have a passport, other identity documents may be accepted — bring what you have.
Temporary Protection confirmation letterThe letter from the Department of Justice confirming your Temporary Protection status.
Proof of address in IrelandEven a letter from accommodation provider (hostel, direct provision, host family) is acceptable.
No IRP required for Temporary ProtectionUnlike standard non-EU applicants, Ukrainians under Temporary Protection do not need an IRP card. Your protection confirmation letter serves as immigration permission.
Refugees and asylum seekers
🔵 Refugee / asylum seeker checklist
Travel document or passport (if available)Bring whatever identity document you have. If you have no passport, explain this at the appointment.
GNIB card or permission letterYour current immigration permission document from the Department of Justice.
Proof of addressDirect provision centre address letter or any official letter with your name and address.
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Evidence of need — what counts
This is the document most people forget. It proves why you need a PPS number right now. Accepted documents include a job offer letter or contract from an Irish employer, a letter of acceptance from an Irish school or college, an HAP or social welfare application reference, a letter from the HSE or a hospital, or a letter from Revenue or a solicitor.
No evidence of need = appointment wastedThis is the single most common reason people leave without a PPS number. Don't go without it.
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