Provisional Residency Permit & Housing Support for Asylum Seekers in Ireland

Understanding your rights and available support during the asylum process in Ireland.

Temporary Residence Certificate (TRC)

✔️ Issued at the end of your initial interview.
✔️ Confirms your asylum application and temporary permission to stay in Ireland.

Housing & Accommodation Support

✔️ If you need housing, the International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) will place you in a temporary reception centre.
✔️ IPAS will assess your needs and arrange for Direct Provision accommodation, where you will stay while your asylum application is processed.