How to apply for a passport
Applying online
Irish citizens who have previously held an Irish Passport must renew their Passport Book or Passport Card using Passport Online.
Documents you need
Please see the detailed Documentary Requirements for Passport Applications page from the Passport Service.
Passport photo guidelines
Please see the detailed Photo Guidelines page from the Passport Service.
Getting your application witnessed
Please see the detailed How to get your Application Witnessed page from the Passport Service.
Passports for children
Children can no longer be included on their parents’ or guardians' passports. This is intended to make international travel more secure for children. In order to travel, each child must have their own passport.
Please see the detailed Getting First Passport for a Child and Renewing or Replacing a Passport for a Child from the Passport Service.
Fees
Please see the detailed Passport Fees page.