Temporary arrangements for those awaiting first time registration: COVID-19 Update

21 May 2020

Burgh Quay and all local Registration offices are currently closed. The reopening of the offices will be kept under review as the situation develops.

In light of the uncertainties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the difficulties some people can encounter due to not having an IRP card, as a temporary measure between now and 20th July 2020, anyone in the State awaiting their 1st registration for the categories listed below, and who has a current, valid permission to remain, but does not have a current permission letter can apply to the Registration Office to request a letter confirming their permission to remain in the State and the conditions attached.

Stamp 1

  • Employment Permit Stamp 1 (General or Critical Skills)

  • Hosting Agreements

Stamp 1A

  • Trainee Accountant

Stamp 1G

  • Spouse / partner of Critical Skills Employment Permit holder

Stamp 2

  • Student

Stamp 4

  • Spouse of Irish National

  • Family Reunification Beneficiaries

For international English Language Students, the extension means that they may continue to work if they wish, but must be enrolled in a course of study to adhere to the conditions of their permission.  Most colleges are now offering on-line courses, and students should contact their college directly to make any necessary arrangements.

All required documentation (see website for details) should be scanned and included in the application email.  All eligibility criteria will continue to apply.

Applications may be submitted electronically to the Registration Office, Burgh Quay, Dublin ([email protected]).

 

Registration

Where a permission has been granted, applicants will still be required to register the change as normal once the Registration Office in Burgh Quay and local Registration Offices reopen.  

When the Registration Office reopens, priority will be given to those seeking to register for the first time.  Those applicants for first time registration who had previous appointments cancelled will have their appointments rescheduled automatically.  Other appointments will be made available exclusively for other first time applicants.

*Separate arrangements are in place for change of permission applications, please see the COVID-19 Update of 27 April 2020 for further information.

**For EU Treaty Rights and Domestic Residence applications, please see the COVID-19 Update of 15 April 2020 for further information.