Virtual Embassy - Useful Links

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Thank you for joining our Virtual Embassy broadcast on Facebook Live. If you missed it, you can rewatch it on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/IrelandEmbUAE/ 

We have collated a list of useful contacts and links to enable you to find out more information on topics discussed.

Embassy Contacts

For general enquiries on passport or consular services please us the Contact Us form on our website. 

Our FAQ's are available at: https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/uae/news-and-events/news-archive/coronavirus-covid-19-frequently-asked-questions-.html 

Visas to Ireland

All queries on visa requirements to enter Ireland should be directed to visa team by completing a Contact Us Form at the end of the page. 

Public Health Passenger Locator Form

The Irish Health Authorities require anyone coming into Ireland, apart from Northern Ireland, to self-isolate for 14 days, upon arrival, and it is mandatory to complete a Public Health Passenger Locator Form to this effect. Exemptions are in place for providers of essential supply chain services such as hauliers, pilots and maritime staff.

https://www2.hse.ie/file-library/coronavirus/covid-19-passenger-locator-form.pdf 

Self-isolation in Ireland

Check the Irish Health Service COVID-19 Advice Page for full information on these requirements.

https://www2.hse.ie/coronavirus/#travel

Citizens Information - Ireland

More Information on returning to Ireland during Covid-19.

https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/returning_to_ireland/returning_to_Ireland_and_covid.html

Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) 

All queries on UAE residency visas and returning to the UAE should be direceted to the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA). 

Website: https://www.ica.gov.ae/

Helpline: 0097123128867 or 0097123128865 

Email: Operation@ica.gov.ae

Approval to return to the UAE

UAE residents must obtain permission to return to the UAE from the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA). Applications for ICA approval should be made through the UAE Residents Entry Permission service.

https://beta.smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/guest/index.html#/issueResidentEntryPermission/request/708/step1?administrativeRegionId=1&withException=false

Irish Passport Renewals

The processing of passport applications in Ireland is currently suspended, with the exception of simple online renewals. 

www.dfa.ie/passports/ 

Citizens Registration

Register your location with your nearest Embassy or Consulate 

https://www.dfa.ie/travel/citizens-registration/ 

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