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Renewal of Irish passport in London: Fess and process
If you’re living in London and your Irish passport is about to expire don’t worry, the renewal process is actually quite straightforward. In this guide we’re going to break down what you need to do, what it’ll cost and how long the processing takes when renewing your Irish passport in the UK capital.
Since you’re abroad we’ll also introduce you to the Wise Account, which allows you to manage your money in GBP and EUR in one single account.
Can I renew my Irish passport in London?
If you’re an Irish citizen currently in London you can renew your passport online. If it’s an emergency then Irish residents of Great Britain or Northern Ireland can also do it at the Irish Visa & Passport office in London.
Can I renew my Irish passport online?
Irish passports can be renewed online using the Passport Online service from anywhere worldwide, including London.⁴ It can be done as early as 12 months before the passport is due to expire.
Where can I renew an Irish passport in London?
In case of an urgent appointment, you can renew your passport in person at:
Irish Visa & Passport office
Address: 114a Cromwell Road (Ground Floor), SW7 4ES, in London.¹
Slots are limited and can only be reserved up to three weeks in advance on a first come, first serve basis. And something important to keep in mind is you can not make an urgent appointment if you already have a pending online application.
| Read also: How to open an UK bank account from Ireland |
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How to renew an Irish passport in London: Step by step
Here’s what you need to do to apply to renew your Irish passport online or in person in London.
Steps to renew your Irish passport online
To renew an Irish passport online you need to go to the website Passport Online and follow the prompts to fill in the application.⁴
Before you start the application make sure you have these things on hand:
- An acceptable digital photo
- Credit or debit card to pay the fee
- Email address to receive updates and confirmation
- Your current passport.
Steps to renew a passport in person in London
To renew your Irish passport at the Irish Visa & Passport Office in London, you have to follow these steps.
Step 1: Make an appointment
Make an appointment online up to three weeks in advance and pay the relevant fee.
Step 2: Gather your documents
Complete a paper copy of form APS2E for Irish residents of Northern Ireland or Great Britain. Get 4 passport approved photos taken and printed. Both of these then need to be witnessed by an acceptable witness before the appointment.
Step 3: Attend your appointment
Bring your documents to the scheduled appointment for review and processing. Make sure you arrive on time because your renewal application won’t be processed if you’re late.
How long does it take to renew an Irish passport in London? ⏰
How long it takes to renew your Irish passport depends on the renewal method and type of application.
An urgent Irish passport renewal at the London Visa & Passport Office has five day turnaround.¹
The average turnaround times for Passport Online starts from the date the Passport Service receives all supporting documentation³:
- Adult Renewal (Simple): 10 working days
- Adult Renewal (Complex): 15 working days
- Child Renewal: 15 working days
Keep in mind this is just the processing time and doesn’t include the time it takes for the passport to arrive in the post.
Irish passport renewal cost in London 💰
The cost of renewing your Irish passport in London depends on how you do it and whether it’s an adult or child renewal.
| Renewal method | Adult renewal | Child renewal |
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| In person¹ | €75 appointment fee plus €95 passport fee | €75 appointment fee plus €45 passport fee |
| Online² | €75 for a standard 10 year passport €105 for a large 10 year passport €15 postal fee if you reside outside Ireland | €20 for a standard 5 year passport €50 for a large 5 year passport €5 postal fee for children residing in Ireland €15 fee for children residing outside ireland |
Wise: Pounds and Euros in one account
As an Irish person living abroad managing different currencies can be a hassle, but with a Wise Account, you can hold, send, and spend British pounds (GBP), euros (EUR) and 40+ other currencies, all in one place.
You’ll get local account details for +8 currencies, including in GBP and EUR, making it easy to send or receive money as a local.
Plus, with the Wise debit card, you can spend in either currency directly, or withdraw cash at ATMs when needed.
Benefits of the Wise Account:
- No account opening or maintenance fees for the personal account
- Hold and manage 40+ currencies in single account
- Get local account details for 8+ currencies including EUR, GBP and USD
- Get the Wise card daily spending in multiple currencies
- Free ATM withdrawals up to a set monthly limit⁵
- Currencies are exchanged at the mid-market rate with low, transparent fees
Having a Wise Account is a simple way to manage your money between Ireland and the UK, perfect if you’re experiencing life living in London.
Open your Wise Account online 🚀
Sources used:
- Embassy of Ireland London - Urgent appointment service for passport renewal
- Department of Foreign Affairs - Passport fees
- Department of Foreign Affairs - Current turnaround times
- Department of Foreign Affairs - Renew or replace your adult passport
- Wise will not charge you for these withdrawals, but some additional charges may occur from independent ATM networks.
Sources last checked on date: 21 April 2025
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