Passport Services

This section sets out the general requirements for Irish citizens who wish to obtain an Irish Passport.

Please note that the information below is intended as a guide only. For further information, please contact the Embassy. Please also ensure that you make your application for a passport with the Irish Embassy in your country of normal residence. For a full list of Irish Embassies, please click here.

Validity of Passports

Infants (up to age 3) are issued with a 3 year passport. 
Children aged 3-17 are issued with a 5 year passport. 
Persons aged 18 and over are issued with a 10 year passport. 
In certain cases (e.g. where a previous passport has been lost or stolen), the Passport Office may restrict the validity of a replacement passport.

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Contact Details

Embassy of Ireland
2234 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington DC 20008
Main Tel: 1-202-462-3939
Fax: 1-202-232-5993
Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 09.00–13.00 and 14.00-16:00