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  • #6902
    fxotoole
    Registered Users Posts: 1,661 ✭✭✭fxotoole


    splanagan22 wrote: »
    Lodged my passport through the an post service on July 24th I was in a rush that day and I misplaced the receipt and tracking number. I'm panicking now because I'm away on holidays on 23rd August. Is there any other way of finding out the status. I've emailed passport office but no reply as yet.

    Go back to the post office and ask for a duplicate receipt, or ask them to check their records for the application number or PX number.

    Alternatively, contact @PassportIRL on Twitter.

    You could also call the Passport Office - lines are very busy but first thing at 9am and between 3pm and 4pm are best times to ring as its quietest.


  • #6903
    Zascar
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Music Moderators Posts: 12,778 Mod ✭✭✭✭Zascar


    Just got this email from LKM: http://view.klm-mail.com/?j=fe921771716c017876&m=fe9615707360037877&ls=fe2e15777c660574751771&l=ff041671746205&s=fe5411717c63037e761c&jb=ffc813&ju=fe5a1276776107747710&r=0&WT.mc_id=L_IE_email_ExactTarget_Newsletter_null_Null_null&WT.trsc=email&WT.i_vid=51977338

    €399 to Dubai - which is a good bit cheaper than you'll ever get it with Emirates or Etihad. Pity I can't book this quickly but if there are any other Dubai flight deals in the future please post them here!


  • #6904
    jaymcg91
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,015 ✭✭✭jaymcg91


    BA are doing Dublin to Toronto in the Winter for €380 return - not bad at all.


  • #6905
    MicraK10
    Registered Users Posts: 7 ✭MicraK10


    My applaction says can not be processed does that mean i have to apply fully for the passport again ??


  • #6906
    JohnMearsheimer
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,302 ✭✭✭JohnMearsheimer


    MicraK10 wrote: »
    My applaction says can not be processed does that mean i have to apply fully for the passport again ??

    It's been rejected. There's something wrong with the application. You'll get a letter outlining what's wrong. Just do what the letter says.


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  • #6907
    Muahahaha
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,688 ✭✭✭✭Muahahaha


    If you're willing to do a stopover in Istanbul then you can get to Dubai cheap enough. Try flying Turkish Airlines to Istanbul and then linking into the networks of the budget carriers in the Middle East such as AirArabia.com and FlyDubai.com I got there and back a few years ago for about €310 iirc. Of course what I saved was spent with a 3 day stop over in Istanbul but its a fab city that I had wanted to see anyway. Much more interesting than Dubai IMO


  • #6908
    q2xv9rjei4awgb
    Closed Accounts Posts: 823 ✭✭✭q2xv9rjei4awgb


    Hi all :) Quick question....

    Travelling on the 18th of September and I need to renew my passport.

    If I apply on Monday the 17th this month, through An Post Express, will it arrive by the 18th of September?

    Thanks :)


  • #6909
    MicraK10
    Registered Users Posts: 7 ✭MicraK10


    bclar12 wrote: »
    Hi all :) Quick question....

    Travelling on the 18th of September and I need to renew my passport.

    If I apply on Monday the 17th this month, through An Post Express, will it arrive by the 18th of September?

    Thanks :)

    Ya it should renewls take avarage 10 working days if all forms are submitted corectly


  • #6910
    q2xv9rjei4awgb
    Closed Accounts Posts: 823 ✭✭✭q2xv9rjei4awgb


    MicraK10 wrote: »
    Ya it should renewls take avarage 10 working days if all forms are submitted corectly


    Ah nice one :) Thanks for the reply.

    So, there'll be plenty of time then?


  • #6911
    athtrasna
    Closed Accounts Posts: 13,420 ✭✭✭✭athtrasna


    bclar12 wrote: »
    Ah nice one :) Thanks for the reply.

    So, there'll be plenty of time then?

    In theory and in all probability. We can't make any guarantees on here as we don't know the details of your application


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  • #6912
    q2xv9rjei4awgb
    Closed Accounts Posts: 823 ✭✭✭q2xv9rjei4awgb


    athtrasna wrote: »
    In theory and in all probability. We can't make any guarantees on here as we don't know the details of your application

    Just a renewal really :)

    Nothing more or less


  • #6913
    Mark Tapley
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,193 ✭✭✭Mark Tapley


    I need to travel to the UK for a funeral in ten days. My UK passport is out of date but I am entitled to an Irish passport as my Dad is Irish. Would I be able to get an emergency first Irish passport? Would I need the long form of my UK birth certificate? Also would I need proof of deceased relative?
    Or alternatively can I travel with Aer Lingus using my driving licence?
    Any advice appreciated.


  • #6914
    JohnMearsheimer
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,302 ✭✭✭JohnMearsheimer


    Mark Tapley wrote: »
    I need to travel to the UK for a funeral in ten days. My UK passport is out of date but I am entitled to an Irish passport as my Dad is Irish. Would I be able to get an emergency first Irish passport? Would I need the long form of my UK birth certificate? Also would I need proof of deceased relative?
    Or alternatively can I travel with Aer Lingus using my driving licence?
    Any advice appreciated.

    Not a hope of getting an emergency passport without having had an Irish passport previously. It's very unlikely you'd get an Irish passport in 10 days either of its your first one.

    Maybe the British embassy can help you. Or maybe get the ferry to the UK?


  • #6915
    AGC
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,648 ✭✭✭AGC


    If it is feasible go with Aer Lingus who would accept your driving licence.


  • #6916
    Mark Tapley
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,193 ✭✭✭Mark Tapley


    AGC wrote: »
    If it is feasible go with Aer Lingus who would accept your driving licence.

    Do you know if it is feasible. I mean flying with Aer Lingus would suit me and I have a full photo Irish Licence.


  • #6917
    Fred Swanson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 21,730 ✭✭✭✭Fred Swanson


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  • #6918
    JohnMearsheimer
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,302 ✭✭✭JohnMearsheimer


    Mark Tapley wrote: »
    Do you know if it is feasible. I mean flying with Aer Lingus would suit me and I have a full photo Irish Licence.

    You'll be fine flying with Aer Lingus on that.


  • #6919
    MicraK10
    Registered Users Posts: 7 ✭MicraK10


    Will a expired drivers lisance be ok for photo i.d cause i have no other form of i.d ??


  • #6920
    N64
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭N64


    ...but then you'd be stuck in Dubai :) Apart from some gimmicks, there isn't really much to do there. You'd see everything noteworthy within one day IMO.


  • #6921
    Zascar
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Music Moderators Posts: 12,778 Mod ✭✭✭✭Zascar


    N64 wrote: »
    ...but then you'd be stuck in Dubai :) Apart from some gimmicks, there isn't really much to do there. You'd see everything noteworthy within one day IMO.

    Absolute and utter rubbish. I've been many times I have friends and family there. It's certainly not for everyone but most think it's a fantastic place - there is loads and loads to do. I do new things every time I go and never get to do everything I want in the time I'm there (usually 12-15 days).

    Have you even been?


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  • #6922
    Mag2015
    Registered Users Posts: 1 ✭Mag2015


    hi there, can you tell me how long it takes more less to renew a passport normally lately.. going away in 2 weeks,applied last week so a bit panicky now..didnt get an express option as somebody told e it doesnt take long..


  • #6923
    TeletextPear
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,413 ✭✭✭TeletextPear


    Mag2015 wrote: »
    hi there, can you tell me how long it takes more less to renew a passport normally lately.. going away in 2 weeks,applied last week so a bit panicky now..didnt get an express option as somebody told e it doesnt take long..

    I picked up the form for passport renewal in the post office yesterday and was told they're taking about 15 to 20 days to get back to people now, bit of a delay as there was a big surge in applications over the summer.


  • #6924
    fxotoole
    Registered Users Posts: 1,661 ✭✭✭fxotoole


    Mag2015 wrote: »
    hi there, can you tell me how long it takes more less to renew a passport normally lately.. going away in 2 weeks,applied last week so a bit panicky now..didnt get an express option as somebody told e it doesnt take long..

    Official website says that renewals are taking 10 working days or less.


  • #6925
    maestroamado
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,426 ✭✭✭maestroamado


    I sent a passport application last week. It came back yesterday asking it be submitted from post office express service.
    I went to post office today and it cost €9.50 to send this way, I did not have the letter when I went to the post office so I may have sent it.
    This means instead of passport being €80 it is €89.50.
    It also suggests that there is something wrong with our current postal system if government departments will not allow regular mail be processed.
    I may have made an error but I have the letter from passport office...


  • #6926
    fxotoole
    Registered Users Posts: 1,661 ✭✭✭fxotoole


    maestroamado wrote: »
    I sent a passport application last week. It came back yesterday asking it be submitted from post office express service.
    I went to post office today and it cost €9.50 to send this way, I did not have the letter when I went to the post office so I may have sent it.
    This means instead of passport being €80 it is €89.50.
    It also suggests that there is something wrong with our current postal system if government departments will not allow regular mail be processed.
    I may have made an error but I have the letter from passport office...

    The application form notes state that postal applications are no longer accepted and will be returned. Onus is on the applicant to read the notes prior to applying. Passport Office policy is not to accept applications via Ordinary Post because of the risk of applications and documents going missing.

    The 9.50 is a handling fee that An Post take for the secure sending of the envelope to the Passport Service.


  • #6927
    neuc
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭neuc


    in dfa website it says 'Nurses' can also witness. [i am new user, unable to post url]
    But passport form doesn't mention 'Nurses'
    any HSE Nurse will do?


    Your witness can be a:
    Member of the Garda Síochána
    Member of clergy
    Medical doctor
    Lawyer
    Bank manager/assistant bank manager
    Elected public representative
    Notary public/ commissioner for oaths
    Peace commissioner
    School principal/vice principal
    Accountant
    Teacher
    Dentist
    Vet
    Nurse
    Physiotherapist
    Speech Therapist
    Lecturer
    Credit Union manager
    Pharmacist
    Chartered Engineer


  • #6928
    Mark Tapley
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,193 ✭✭✭Mark Tapley


    JohnMearsheimer wrote: »
    You'll be fine flying with Aer Lingus on that.

    Thanks for that ,made it to funeral. No problems at all travelling using driving licence.


  • #6929
    coylemj
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 25,492 ✭✭✭✭coylemj


    A Garda in your local station will witness it for you, they have to sign the photos anyway so I wouldn't waste time getting someone else. They don't have to personally know you any more, they just have to be satisfied as to your identity so bring something like a driving licence or an employee badge with your photo on it, the more stuff you can bring the better.

    This from the DFA website ....

    Identification

    A Garda at your local Garda station will witness your passport application form; as long as they are satisfied as to your identity and that your four photos are a true likeness of you.

    Make sure you bring photo identification with you and be aware that the Garda may ask you for more proof of identification.

    https://www.dfa.ie/passports-citizenship/top-passport-questions/how-to-get-your-application-witnessed/


  • #6930
    q2xv9rjei4awgb
    Closed Accounts Posts: 823 ✭✭✭q2xv9rjei4awgb


    Jesus.....

    Sent away for my passport, via express, on Tuesday....
    Checked it's progress today, sent out this evening, will have it Monday......

    Madness


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  • #6931
    fxotoole
    Registered Users Posts: 1,661 ✭✭✭fxotoole


    bclar12 wrote: »
    Jesus.....

    Sent away for my passport, via express, on Tuesday....
    Checked it's progress today, sent out this evening, will have it Monday......

    Madness

    Yup. Busy season is over, passport express applications are being done in well under 10 working days. Now's the time to apply, rather than during the busy season


  • #6932
    maestroamado
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,426 ✭✭✭maestroamado


    fxotoole wrote: »
    The application form notes state that postal applications are no longer accepted and will be returned. Onus is on the applicant to read the notes prior to applying. Passport Office policy is not to accept applications via Ordinary Post because of the risk of applications and documents going missing.

    The 9.50 is a handling fee that An Post take for the secure sending of the envelope to the Passport Service.

    The leaflet that comes with the application does not state that ordinary post is not accepted and this is the reason for my post, I did email the passport office and they did admit that the form is outdated.
    I also got a stupid email that said that in the past over 85% of applications had to be returned which seems unlikely to me.
    The leaflet does say that express post an "option" and in this case the turn around is 10 work days.
    My passport application should have being processed considering the information was and is still not on the information leaflet...


  • #6933
    roundymac
    Registered Users Posts: 2,712 ✭✭✭roundymac


    I presume people are aware that your passport does not have to expired before you can get a new one.


  • #6934
    Fred Swanson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 21,730 ✭✭✭✭Fred Swanson


    This post has been deleted.


  • #6935
    maestroamado
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,426 ✭✭✭maestroamado


    Fred Swanson wrote: »
    This post has been deleted.

    I would have thought that is not the point, the info is not where it is supposed to be on the information sheet...


  • #6936
    LCgonnakillme
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 66 ✭✭LCgonnakillme


    Got a call for a job interview Friday week and one requirement is an in date valid passport. Reckon I can get one to me by then (I know no one really can answer this:P)? From some of the latest comments on here it may be hopeful that I have it by then (busy season over?).

    Still a bit nervous though, I suppose a job interview is a bit over the top (unacceptable)to try and get an emergency one?

    My previous one went missing about three weeks ago, will declaring my previous one missing slow the process down?

    I suppose this is just my luck for putting it on the long finger :rolleyes::o


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  • #6937
    fxotoole
    Registered Users Posts: 1,661 ✭✭✭fxotoole


    maestroamado wrote: »
    The leaflet that comes with the application does not state that ordinary post is not accepted and this is the reason for my post, I did email the passport office and they did admit that the form is outdated.
    I also got a stupid email that said that in the past over 85% of applications had to be returned which seems unlikely to me.
    The leaflet does say that express post an "option" and in this case the turn around is 10 work days.
    My passport application should have being processed considering the information was and is still not on the information leaflet...

    The information sheet that has Rev 07/13 on the top does say it. You are probably looking at an old information sheet from before the change was implemented.

    The passport office stopped accepting postal applications in June 2013 and it was advertised in the media at the time


  • #6938
    Yamanoto
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,489 ✭✭✭Yamanoto


    Ryanair now serving Amsterdam Schipol from late October, with midweek return fares available ('til tommorrow 4th Sept.) for €19.98

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2057487671


  • #6939
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 18,749 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Zascar wrote: »
    Absolute and utter rubbish. I've been many times I have friends and family there. It's certainly not for everyone but most think it's a fantastic place - there is loads and loads to do. I do new things every time I go and never get to do everything I want in the time I'm there (usually 12-15 days).

    Have you even been?

    Seriously?
    Loads to do? There's about five different things to do and yea I have been there.


  • #6940
    stra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 47 ✭stra


    Flying to Paris tomorrow evening a just realised my passport expired in August. Anyone one know if I can fly aer lingus on my drivers licence? Or what are the chances of getting a passport renewed for tomorrow?


  • #6941
    Fred Swanson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 21,730 ✭✭✭✭Fred Swanson


    This post has been deleted.


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  • #6942
    stra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 47 ✭stra


    Fred Swanson wrote: »
    Nope, no way.

    What time are you flying at? Chances are not good.

    Hi. Going at 6:30 in the evening. Have an appointment at the passport office for the morning.


  • #6943
    Fred Swanson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 21,730 ✭✭✭✭Fred Swanson


    This post has been deleted.


  • #6944
    keithclancy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,208 ✭✭✭keithclancy


    Zascar wrote: »
    Absolute and utter rubbish. I've been many times I have friends and family there. It's certainly not for everyone women travelling alone but most think it's a fantastic place - there is loads and loads to do. I do new things every time I go and never get to do everything I want in the time I'm there (usually 12-15 days).

    Have you even been?

    Fixed that for you. :pac:


  • #6945
    stra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 47 ✭stra


    Sitting in my hotel room in Paris. Great service from the passport office. I was able to book an appointment last night online for this morning. Was in for 09:20 and collected my new passport at 14:30. They've got some bad press in the past but have to say they were excellent today.


  • #6946
    share_bear
    Registered Users Posts: 180 ✭✭share_bear


    Anyone with direct experience able to tell me how long a ordinary Passport Renewal in Dublin took recently please?

    Thanks a mil


  • #6947
    athtrasna
    Closed Accounts Posts: 13,420 ✭✭✭✭athtrasna


    share_bear wrote: »
    Anyone with direct experience able to tell me how long a ordinary Passport Renewal in Dublin took recently please?

    Thanks a mil

    https://www.dfa.ie/passports-citizenship/passport-express/current-turnaround-times/ says 10 working days or less, the most recent poster on here got theirs in half that time. "ordinary" means Passport Express these days.


  • #6948
    fxotoole
    Registered Users Posts: 1,661 ✭✭✭fxotoole


    share_bear wrote: »
    Anyone with direct experience able to tell me how long a ordinary Passport Renewal in Dublin took recently please?

    Thanks a mil

    Via passport express through the post office: 10 working days or less.

    Via the public counter in Dublin: depends on your travel date. Could be done on the same day if you are travelling the next day, you have proof of travel, you have less than 2 lost/stolen/damaged passports on your record, and all docs are correct and in order. If it's a child's application, and you need it in less than 72 hours, all legal guardians and the child must be present, and all legal guardians need to show ID


  • #6949
    claires1994
    Registered Users Posts: 2 ✭claires1994


    Hi there,

    My dog has chewed both my fathers and my own passport. We are flying out next thursday the 24th. We understand that we can make an appointment on passportappointments.ie. Is it possible to send my mother up for this appointment, with all the correct documents, instead of ourselves?


  • #6950
    Fred Swanson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 21,730 ✭✭✭✭Fred Swanson


    This post has been deleted.


  • #6951
    fxotoole
    Registered Users Posts: 1,661 ✭✭✭fxotoole


    claires1994 wrote: »
    Hi there,

    My dog has chewed both my fathers and my own passport. We are flying out next thursday the 24th. We understand that we can make an appointment on passportappointments.ie. Is it possible to send my mother up for this appointment, with all the correct documents, instead of ourselves?

    Yes, but just be aware that if the photos don't meet the passport service requirements, or the form isn't signed by yourself, it might be desirable for you to attend, so you can rectify these issues on the day.


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