Check Your Passport and Travel Insurance
The summer holidays are coming to an end for many people in Ireland. Before you book flights or pack a suitcase, take a minute to check two essentials. Make sure your Irish passport is valid and confirm that your travel insurance covers the full trip.
Right now, a straightforward adult passport renewal usually takes around ten working days. At busy times, it can take longer. Give yourself time so that travel plans are not disrupted.
Good to know. You can renew an Irish passport online from anywhere in the world. Adult renewals are valid for ten years. You can also apply early if your passport is due to expire within the next twelve months.
Apply online
Use the official Passport Online service for the fastest result. You will need the items below.
- Your current passport
- A digital photo that meets the guidelines
- An email address
- A credit card or a debit card
Apply for or renew your passport online.
How long it takes
Processing times change during peak seasons. The Department of Foreign Affairs publishes current estimates and updates them on a regular basis. If you have already applied, you can also track the status online.
Check current passport turnaround times.
If you need a faster result, an urgent appointment service operates in Dublin on Mount Street, in Cork, and in London for eligible renewals.
What it costs
Prices depend on the passport type and where you live. Here is a quick guide for online applications.
- A standard adult passport for ten years costs €75
- Large sixty six page passport for ten years costs €105
- Standard passport and passport card bundle costs €100
- Applications from outside Ireland include an extra €15 postal fee
Lost, damaged, or stolen passport
If your passport is lost, damaged, or stolen, report it and apply for a replacement online. This helps prevent misuse of the old document and is usually the fastest route to a new one. You will need a suitable digital photo, a payment card, access to a printer, and an email address. The online form will tell you if any further documents are required.
If you are abroad and need help, contact the nearest Irish Embassy or Consulate. You may need an emergency travel document to get home. Do not travel with a damaged passport.
Find embassy and travel advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Other ways to apply
Passport Online is the fastest method. If you live in Ireland, Northern Ireland, or Great Britain and prefer a paper form, you can use the Post Passport service at participating post offices.
Travel insurance for Irish trips abroad
This is also a smart time to review your holiday insurance. A good policy protects you against medical costs, cancellation, lost baggage, and travel disruption. Compare cover levels, medical limits, and pre existing condition rules before you buy.
If you are not sure what level of travel insurance you need, take a look at our detailed guide for Irish travellers. It explains the difference between single trip, annual multi trip, and winter sports policies, and shows how to choose the right cover for your plans.
Visit our Travel Insurance Ireland page to learn more and compare trusted providers before you go.
Quick checklist before you book
- Your passport expiry date has at least six months left for your destination
- Names on passport and booking match
- Travel insurance is active from the date of purchase to cover cancellation
- European or worldwide cover selected as needed
- Pre existing conditions are declared if they apply
Final word
A quick check today can save a lot of stress later. Confirm your passport details and set up the right travel cover before you book. Enjoy your trip and travel safely.
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