Accepted non-standard documents

What documents are accepted

If you do not have a valid:

• passport
• driving licence
• learner permit
• EU or EEA National ID

you may still apply for a:

• Child (16–18) TFI Leap Card
• Young Adult (19–25) TFI Leap Card

What you need to upload

• up to two images of supporting documents
• documents must be in English or Irish

Required information

The documents must clearly show:

• name and surname
• date of birth
• photograph

Each document must include at least two of the following:

• name and surname and date of birth
• name and surname and photograph
• name and surname, date of birth and photograph

Accepted document types

You can upload documents such as:

• birth certificate
• student ID
• Garda Age Card
• Irish Temporary Residency Card
• Irish Residency Permit

After you upload your documents

Verification process

• your application will be reviewed manually by a member of the card processing team
• all documents must be checked and verified

Processing time

• may take longer than standard applications
• allow up to 2 weeks for verification
• processing times may increase during busy periods such as back to school

Important

• applications are processed as quickly as possible
• you will be notified once verification is complete