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Nationals from countries outside the EEA who live in Ireland have been allowed to use their current and expired IRP cards from December 2, 2024, to January 31, 2025. However, they should apply for renewal of their registration permission before their IRP Card expires.
The Irish Department of Justice announced the changes in a press release, pointing out that the new measures are being introduced in efforts to facilitate travelling during the Christmas period, Schengen.News reports.
However, the authorities have pointed out that the Travel Confirmation Notice will be only valid during this period – between December 2, 2024, and January 31, 2025, and starting in February, new rules will start applying.
Tips for Travelling With a Travel Confirmation Notice
Holders of Travel Confirmation Notice should keep in mind that they must have their documents with them, in addition to their expired IRP card and proof of renewal application. Immigration authorities, as well as airlines, might ask to see these documents.
During this period, the Justice Department will continue processing renewal applications and also inform all airlines and foreign missions about the new measure.
Ireland Has Improved Permit Renewal Process for Foreign Nationals
In order for the country to be a better service to foreigners living in Ireland, the Irish government has facilitated applications for permit renewals, allowing applicants to complete their application entirely online.
The new measures became effective in November, and the online residence permit application system was already launched in several Irish counties, including Limerick, Kildare, Wicklow, Meath, and Dublin.
Filing online applications, compared to physically completing an application, will be time and cost-efficient as applicants will no longer have to go to the Burgh Quay Registration Office in person to renew their permit.
Source: https://schengen.news/ireland-permitting-non-eea-nationals-to-travel-outside-country-on-expired-permits-during-holiday-season/
