Irish officials have announced significant changes to the management of immigration residence permits in counties Cork and Limerick, with Immigration

Irish officials have announced significant changes to the management of immigration residence permits in counties Cork and Limerick, with Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) assuming responsibility for initial registrations and renewals. This shift, effective from July 8, aims to streamline the application process and improve accessibility for residents in these regions.

•      ISD's Expanded Role:

o   Starting July 8, ISD will handle first-time registrations and renewal processes for Irish immigration residence permits in counties Cork and Limerick.

o   This responsibility expands ISD's current jurisdiction, which already includes counties Dublin, Kildare, Meath, and Wicklow.

•      Transfer of Responsibilities:

o   The responsibility for managing these processes will transition from the Garda National Immigration Bureau to ISD.

o   IRP (Irish Residence Permit) cardholders in Cork and Limerick can now conveniently renew their cards or apply for Stamp 4 permissions using ISD's online system, eliminating the need for in-person visits to the Burgh Quay Registration Office.

First-time registrations will continue to be conducted in person at ISD offices. Outside of counties Dublin, Meath, Kildare, Wicklow, Cork, and Limerick, the Garda National Immigration Bureau will retain responsibility for first-time registrations and renewals. The reassignment of responsibilities to ISD marks a strategic effort by Irish officials to improve efficiency and accessibility in managing immigration residence permits. By leveraging online systems and expanding service coverage, the initiative aims to enhance the overall experience for residents in counties Cork and Limerick seeking to register or renew their Irish immigration permissions.