Guide · Dublin · First month
Key step
Apply for your PPS number
You need a PPS number to work, pay the right tax and use public services.
Updated October 2026 · From the Newope arrival plan
Step by step
Create an account on MyWelfare.ie
Upload ID and proof of address
Show why you need it, for example a job offer
Attend the appointment if they ask for one
What to bring
- Passport or national ID card
- Proof of address in Ireland (bill, bank statement or letter)
- Why you need it: job offer, contract or college letter
Official links
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