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Beginning May 8, 2022, U.S. Embassy Ireland will begin accepting online fee payments for adult U.S. passport renewal applications. Paying online allows you to mail your application to the U.S. Embassy without the need to apply in person. Qualifying adult passport renewal applicants may pay the fee online via U.S. or international credit or debit card, electronic funds transfer from a U.S.-based bank account, Amazon Pay, or Pay Pal. Please see our https://ie.usembassy.gov/passport-renewals-by-mail/ to determine if you are eligible for online fee payment. See our FAQ page for more information on this new process.
Please note that the online fee option is limited to U.S. citizens residing in the Republic of Ireland. Online fee payment is currently available for passport book renewals only. If you wish to renew or apply for a passport card, you must make an appointment to apply in person at the Embassy or Consulate nearest you.
Reminder for Dual National U.S. Citizens: U.S. law requires all U.S. citizens, including dual-national citizens, to enter the United States using their U.S. passport. We urge all U.S. citizens to keep their U.S. passports current
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact Embassy Dublin’s operations. While we have resumed all routine American Citizen Services, wait times for services may be longer than normal depending on demand for a given service.
If you require a new passport, a renewal passport, or just aren’t sure, our simple Passport Wizard will assist you in determining your eligibility and gathering the documentation needed to apply.
There is no walk-in service for United States citizens who require a service related to passports, citizenship, or birth registration. These services are by appointment only.
Passport services are not available on weekends, or on Irish or U.S. Holidays.
The processing time for routine passport renewals is 3-4 weeks. If you have immediate travel, please see Emergency Passports for further information.
If you already know which forms to complete, you can:
Apply for a passport with immediate travel plans
Each applicant who has immediate travel plans and needs to replace a lost/stolen U.S. passport (adults and minors) must apply in person at the U.S. Embassy Dublin, and provide the required documentation as detailed in the following link.
Replace a lost/stolen/damaged passport no travel plans
An applicant who has a missing or damaged passport must appear in person
Renewal of a passport issued less than 15 years ago
Renewing a passport valid for 10 years and issued within the last 15 year
Children under 16 – First Time and Renewal
Renewal of child’s passport or application for a first passport for a child with U.S. Citizenship/applying for a CRBA
Renewal of a passport issued when you were under 16
Applicants aged 16 and over renewing a passport valid for 5 years
Renewal of passport issued over 15 years ago
Renewing a passport valid for 10 years and issued over 15 years ago
Replacing a Limited Validity passport
Replacing a limited validity passport instructions for adults and children
First Time Adult Passport – No Prior Citizenship
Passport Renewal – Name Change with official document
Passport Renewal – Name Change by Marriage, Divorce, or Registered Deed Poll
Passport Renewal – Name Change no official document
Changing a name without a marriage, death certificate or registered deed poll
You can fill out the correct form, or find information about your passport status at Travel.State.gov
You must provide one photo with your passport application. All our photo policies apply to both adults and children under age 16. We have a few exceptions to our photo policies for infants.
Every applicant who has immediate travel plans and needs to replace a lost/stolen U.S. passport must apply in person at the U.S. Embassy Dublin, and provide the required documentation. To request an expedited appointment, you must first book an appointment via our online scheduling system. If no appointments are available before your intended travel date you still must book an appointment and then request an expedited appointment. Please be aware that the U.S. Embassy is closed for both U.S. and Irish public holidays. A limited validity U.S. passport may be issued on the same day as determined by the consular officer.
Special Issuance Passports
Visit the SIA Web Page – Only accessible by government device. Contact your military acceptance facility.
Credit card payments can only be processed in person, the physical card and card holder must be present – we cannot accept credit card details supplied via mail or by phone. All credit card transactions are processed in U.S. dollars. The actual amount charged to your credit card will reflect your bank’s exchange rate and, possibly, a transaction fee. If you do not wish to pay by credit/debit card you can pay by Postal Order/Bank draft for the exact Euro value. We cannot give change – exact payment is required for all applications.
Please call: +353 1 668-8777
Outside of Office Hours, contact: +353 1 668-8777
Outside of Ireland: +353 1 668-8777
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