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What is Post Passport from An Post?

It is the only postal application method accepted in Ireland for passport applications. We will not process passport applications submitted by ordinary or registered post. We will send these applications back to you unprocessed.

How to Apply

Please note: Passport Online is the fastest and most convenient way to apply for your passport.

  • Collect an APS 1E passport application form from a Garda station or An Post office.
  • Complete your application form.
  • Bring your application form and documents to any An Post office.
  • Buy a Post Passport envelope.
  • Give your application to a counter clerk.
  • Pay with cash or credit/debit card.
  • Your receipt will have a tracking number on it that you can use to make enquiries about your application.

Check processing times

  1. Get an APS 2E passport application form from over 70 post offices.
  2. Complete your application form.
  3. Bring your application form and documents to one of these Post Offices.
  4. Buy a passport postal service envelope.
  5. Give your application to a counter clerk.
  6. Pay with cash or credit/debit card.
  7. Your receipt will have a tracking number on it that you can use to make enquiries about your application.

You must submit your postal application to your Embassy or Consulate in the country you live in. For example, if you live in the USA and are on holidays in Ireland, it is not possible to use a passport postal service.

You need to get an APS 2E passport application form. You can get this form from:

  1. Complete your APS 2E form.

  2. Bring your application form and documents to one of the following Post Offices:

      • Cardiff Post Office, 83 - 85 Queen Street, Cardiff, CF10 2NX
      • Glasgow Post Office, 140 West Nile Street, Glasgow, G1 2RD,
      • Liverpool Post Office, 1 – 3 South John Street, Liverpool, L1 8BN. 

    As this is a walk-in service, you will need to visit the post offices in person to avail of this service.

  3. Buy a passport postal service envelope.
  4. Give your application to a counter clerk.
  5. Pay with cash or credit/debit card.
  6. Your receipt will have a tracking number on it that you can use to make enquiries about your application.

 

How much does it cost?

View Post Passport fees.

How long does it take?

View our turnaround times.

Make sure your application is correct. Processing times are a guideline and not a service guarantee. Turnaround times can vary depending on the volume of applications.

Track your Passport

You can track the progress of your Passport/Passport Card application using your 11-digit application number.

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