Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 October 2024
26. Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if a first-time passport application will be processed in time for travel on 7 October in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39966/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Passport Service has issued over 883,000 passports to date this year. All passport applications are subject to the requirements of the Passports Act 2008, as amended. First-time applications are the most complex applications due to the necessary checks involved to verify the identity and citizenship status of the applicant. The turnaround time to complete first-time online applications is 20 working days. It is important to note that turnaround times for applications that require supporting documents begin from the date the Passport Service receives the supporting documents are received.
With regard to the specific applications about which the Deputy has enquired, supporting documents were received from the applicant on 25/09/2024, and the Passport Service has now issued the passport to the applicant.
