The number may be obtained at the local Social Welfare Office in Dominic Street, Limerick.  It is not possible to get a PPS number before entering the country if you are entering Ireland for the first time (Contact number: 00 353 61 414799).

The PPSN registration centre only take applications on Monday to Friday mornings from 09:30p.m to 04:00p.m.

You will be required to present yourself to the registration centre and bring the following identification:

  • Current passport
  • Evidence of either birth/work/residency/unemployment/education/tax liability in EU country, and
  • Evidence of an address in Ireland (If unable to provide contact HR)

Once there you need to complete Form Reg1 (available at the Social Welfare Office).  In cases where a new PPS number is allocated, you will be advised of your new number through the issue of a letter of notification sent automatically to the address given on the application form with 3 to 5 working days.

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