Monday, May 27, 2024 Urgent for Irish travelers: Confirm your passport is valid before summer trips! Check embassy guidelines and apply early to avoid delays. Travelers are being advised to verify that their passports comply with the entry stipulations of their destination countries. The passport authority recommends that vacationers consult the relevant embassy before embarking on their trips.
Authorities emphasize maintaining at least six months of validity on your passport beyond the date you plan to return. “Travel within the European Union is permissible up until your passport’s expiry date. Nonetheless, it’s prudent to inquire directly with the embassy of your destination country about their specific entry criteria,” officials noted.
The Department of Foreign Affairs advises travelers that there is no need to wait for a passport to expire before renewing it. They suggest submitting renewal applications at least six weeks before planned travel to ensure timely processing. For travel within the EU, Irish passports must remain valid until the day of your return.
Countries outside the EU may impose different rules, with many requiring that passports be valid for a minimum of six months beyond your stay. Travelers with plans within the next three months should consider applying online, as it is the quickest and most effective method. The current processing times for passport renewals are approximately 10 working days for straightforward cases and 15 working days for .