Lost or stolen cards
IRP holders whose card has been lost or stolen in Ireland
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Replacement IRP Card (Lost, Stolen or
Damaged)
€750
What you get
- Guidance on reporting the loss or theft to the Gardaí
- Preparation and submission of your replacement request through the Customer Service Portal
- A check of your proof of address and supporting documents
About this service
Replacement IRP Card (Lost, Stolen or Damaged)
If your IRP card is lost, stolen or damaged, or has an error on it, you need a replacement to prove your permission and to travel without a re-entry visa. The process starts with a Garda report and is handled through ISD's Customer Service Portal. We prepare and submit your request and help you plan any urgent travel in the meantime. Losing your IRP card can be stressful, especially if you have travel planned. Acting quickly, with a Garda report and a complete request, is the fastest way to get a replacement, and we make sure nothing is missing.
€750
Fixed fee
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Areas we cover
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Documents to prepare
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Simple steps
Who it's for
Who this is for
Whether you're moving, hiring, staying or starting over, this is the place to begin.
Damaged or incorrect cards
Holders of a damaged card, or a card with incorrect details
Urgent travel
People who need to travel soon and have no valid card
At a glance
Eligibility
01
Valid permission
You hold a current, valid immigration permission
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In Ireland
You're in Ireland. Replacements can't be issued while you're abroad
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Garda report
For a lost or stolen card: you've reported it to An Garda Síochána and have a PULSE reference number
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Proof of address
You can show your current address, for example with a utility bill dated within the last 3 months
Our promise
What's included
Replacement IRP Card (Lost, Stolen or Damaged)
€750
Before you start
Documents you'll need
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5-step journey
How it works
- 1Step 1
You report the loss or theft to the Gardaí and get a PULSE number.
- 2Step 2
We prepare your request and submit it through the Customer Service Portal.
- 3Step 3
We respond to any ISD requests.
- 4Step 4
If you need to travel urgently, we help you request an emergency re-entry visa before you go.
- Step 5
The replacement card is posted to your home address.
Good to know
Our fee
€750 VAT included. Government fees are separate.
Government fee
ISD doesn't publish a separate replacement fee. Any fee due will be confirmed when your request is processed.
Timing
IRP cards are usually posted within about 15 business days. Re-entry visa requests must be made before you travel.
Change of address
You must also tell ISD if you change address. This is a legal requirement.
Answers
Frequently asked questions
Your IRP card is your evidence of permission to live in Ireland, and for visa-required nationals it also allows re-entry to Ireland without a visa. If it's lost, stolen or damaged, or shows incorrect details, you should request a replacement as soon as possible. For a lost or stolen card, the first step is to report it to An Garda Síochána and get a PULSE reference number. The replacement request is then made through ISD's Customer Service Portal, quoting that number, and you may need to show proof of your current address, such as a utility bill from the last 3 months. Cards with errors are corrected through a portal query. Replacement cards are posted to your home address; they can't be collected, and they can't be issued while you're abroad. Your permission doesn't end because the card is lost, but travel is the main risk: visa-required nationals who must travel before the new card arrives should request an emergency re-entry visa through the portal before leaving. If you get a new passport, a portal query transfers your permission to it and a new IRP card is issued. Changes of address must also be notified to ISD, which is a legal requirement.
You can't get a replacement while outside Ireland. Visa-required nationals should contact the nearest Irish embassy or visa office about a visa to return.
No. Cards are only posted to your home address.
You should submit a portal query so your permission is transferred to your new passport details. A new IRP card will then be issued.
Your permission doesn't end because the card is lost, but your employer may ask for evidence. We'll help you document your situation.
Submit a query through the Customer Service Portal describing the error. A corrected card may be issued, and we can handle this for you.
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€750
€750
Replacement IRP Card (Lost, Stolen or Damaged)