Before you can be allocated a PPS number, you must show that you need one for a transaction with a specified body.
For example, if you are taking up employment, you need a PPS number to register with the Revenue Commissioners.
PSC "Public Services Card. it's the card with your name, number and details on it which gets issued after your number has been applied for and approved. However, looking for work is not a transaction with a specified body and employers should not look for your PPS number when recruiting. An employer should only seek a PPS number if you are actually taking up employment with the organisation."
In most cases, unless you have a job offer, you have to wait until you have your residency stamp, before you can apply for a PPS
The application can be done online or at a local Intreo office
To do it online you need a MyGovID
You need to have the supporting evidence that you are resident in Ireland and that you have sufficient reason to get a PPS number
For more hints and tips on how to get a PPS number as an Irish, British, EU or South African passport holder:
PPS: Tips to getting your PPS approved
Important links:
#MapMyMove- Our coaching Services - Confused or lost and need some direction, book a session with us to help untangle the confusion and work out your route of immigration
Setting up Utility bills and why they are so important to get
Resources for this topic- PPS related - Some links to PPS related topics
Admin before the move
Admin once you're in Ireland
