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What does registration mean?
Am I eligible to register a permission?
How do I register my permission outside Dublin, Kildare, Meath, Wicklow, Cork or Limerick?

What happens next?
Relevant links

What does registration mean?

Registration is how we record that you have permission to remain in Ireland.

If you are coming from outside the EU, EEA, UK or Switzerland and intend to reside in Ireland for more than 90 days you must register a permission to remain with Immigration Service Delivery (ISD). That means registering your permission if you want to work, study, live or join family in Ireland.

You may have been reminded to register your permission by an immigration officer at the airport.

You must register your permission within 90 days of arriving in Ireland.

Am I eligible to register a permission?

Each permission is associated with a Stamp category. The Stamp category your permission to remain will be registered under will be determined on the basis under which your permission to remain is granted – for example Stamp 1, Stamp 1H, Stamp 2, Stamp 4. Each Stamp category determines the conditions of your residence in the State.

Here is a list of the Stamp categories and conditions of residence.

How do I register my permission outside Dublin, Kildare, Meath, Wicklow, Cork or Limerick?

Registration for residents living outside of Dublin, Kildare, Meath, Wicklow, Cork and Limerick are carried out by the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB).

Here’s what you need to know when making an appointment:

1. How to make an appointment

You should make an appointment with GNIB to attend your local Registration Office (Garda Station).

Check the Garda website to find the Registration Office closest to where you live. You should either call or email for an appointment.

If you have a question for GNIB you can email [email protected].

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2. What to bring to your appointment

  • Your documents – here is a full list of the required documents to register your immigration permission for the first time.

  • You may be asked to pay a registration fee to pay for your permission stamp. This could amount to €300 but will depend on the type of permission you have been given. You will be advised of the fee at the time of registration. You can pay by credit or debit card at your appointment.

3. What to expect during your appointment

When you arrive at the GNIB Registration Office, please check in with the Garda on duty and let them know you have an appointment to register a permission.

During your registration appointment, you will:

  • Have your documents reviewed.

  • Have your photograph and fingerprints taken.

  • Pay a fee if necessary.

The visit should take no longer than 30 minutes.

What happens next?

We will use your photograph and your personal details on your Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card. This card shows the conditions under which you are legally living in Ireland.

We will post your IRP card to the address you give us.

You should receive it within 10 working days.

Relevant links

Here are links to Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) and Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) information that you may find useful.

This page was last updated on August 13, 2024