Registering residence for longer stays in Ireland (2026)
Last reviewed: 13 October 2026
In short: EEA and Swiss citizens do not need to register with the Irish immigration authorities or hold a residence card. Citizens of countries outside the EEA, the UK and Switzerland who plan to stay more than 3 months must register with Immigration Service Delivery within 90 days of landing and get an Irish Residence Permit.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Duty to registerMoving for a longer stay; Citizens of the EEA and Switzerland | Not required [1] |
| Document for EU citizensMoving for a longer stay; Citizens of the EEA and Switzerland | No residence card or registration certificate is needed. Non-EEA family members must register and get an Irish Residence Permit. [1] |
| Duty to registerMoving for a longer stay; Citizens of countries outside the EEA, the UK and Switzerland | Required for longer stays [2] |
| DeadlineMoving for a longer stay; Citizens of countries outside the EEA, the UK and Switzerland | Within 90 days of landing, as stated on the landing stamp. The duty applies to people aged 16 or over who plan to stay more than 3 months. [2] |
| Where to registerMoving for a longer stay; Citizens of countries outside the EEA, the UK and Switzerland | Immigration Service Delivery (ISD). First-time applicants book an appointment on the online customer portal for the ISD Registration Office, Burgh Quay, Dublin; an Irish Residence Permit is then issued by post (fee EUR 300 unless exempt). [2] |
| Deregistration on leavingMoving for a longer stay; Citizens of countries outside the EEA, the UK and Switzerland | ⚠ Not yet verified |
Notes
- EEA and Swiss citizens may stay up to 3 months (6 months if looking for work) without restriction. For longer stays they must be working, self-sufficient with sickness insurance, studying, or a family member. Family members from outside the UK, EEA and Switzerland must apply for residence and register.
- The duty depends on nationality. The sources read cover EEA and Swiss citizens, and citizens of countries outside the EEA, the UK and Switzerland. Rules for UK citizens under the Common Travel Area were not read.
- No rule on de-registration was found in the sources read.
Sources
- Citizens Information Board: Residence rights of EU citizens and their families in Ireland (consulted 13 October 2026) · all sources
- Citizens Information Board: Registration of non-EEA nationals (consulted 13 October 2026) · all sources
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