Buncrana Intreo opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:15am–5pm |
| Tuesday | 9:15am–5pm |
| Wednesday | 9:15am–5pm |
| Thursday | 10:30am–5pm |
| Friday | 9:15am–4:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Closed on bank holidays. These are the office's hours; PSC interviews, signing-on times and appointments can run on different slots. The last PSC interview is 15 minutes before closing.
Buncrana Intreo address and map
Buncrana Intreo Centre
McCarter's Road, Buncrana, Ardaravan, Co Donegal, F93 CH79
Contact Buncrana Intreo: phone and email
| Phone | 0818 405060 (National Intreo Contact Centre) |
|---|---|
| [email protected] | |
| Community Welfare | [email protected] · 0818 607080 |
| Eircode | F93 CH79 |
Email is usually the quickest way to reach the office about an existing claim. Avoid sending bank details by ordinary email unless the office asks for them.
Public Services Card at Buncrana
Walk-in, no appointment needed
No appointment is needed for SAFE registration here. The number of interviews each day is limited and depends on the queue, so arrive early: the last interview of the day is 15 minutes before closing.
Bring your appointment letter (if any), photo ID, proof of address and your mobile phone. Full list: how to get a Public Services Card. You do not need a PSC to apply for a driving licence.
PPS numbers at Buncrana
Buncrana Intreo Centre does not allocate PPS numbers. Apply on MyWelfare.ie and book one of the nearest PPS centres: Letterkenny Intreo Centre (27 km), Monaghan PSC Centre (103 km), Sligo Intreo Centre (116 km).
Areas covered by Buncrana Intreo Centre
Inishowen
What you can do at Buncrana
- Claim a jobseeker's payment in person if you cannot apply online (which payment?)
- Hand in forms such as UP80 for part-time work, and sign on if your office asks you to (signing on)
- Register for a Public Services Card (SAFE Level 2)
- Get help from Intreo Employment Services: job search, training and CV support
- Contact the Community Welfare Service about urgent or additional needs (CWS guide)
Other offices near Buncrana
Letterkenny Intreo Centre
27 km · Co. Donegal · PPS
Dunfanaghy Intreo Centre
34 km · Co. Donegal
Ballybofey Branch Office
43 km · Co. Donegal
Dungloe Intreo Centre
61 km · Co. Donegal
Donegal Branch Office
68 km · Co. Donegal
All 8 offices in Co. Donegal · All offices in Ireland
Frequently asked questions
Where is Buncrana Intreo Centre?
Buncrana Intreo Centre is at McCarter's Road, Buncrana, Ardaravan, Co Donegal, F93 CH79.
What are the opening hours of Buncrana Intreo Centre?
Mon–Wed 9:15am–5pm; Thu 10:30am–5pm; Fri 9:15am–4:30pm. Closed at weekends and on bank holidays.
What is the phone number for Buncrana Intreo Centre?
0818 405060 (the National Intreo Contact Centre, which takes calls for this office). Email: [email protected].
Do I need an appointment for a Public Services Card at Buncrana?
No. It is a walk-in service. Places depend on the queue and a daily maximum, so arrive early.
Can I get a PPS number at Buncrana?
No, it is not a PPS number allocation centre. Apply on MyWelfare and choose one of the PPS centres when you book.
How do I contact the Community Welfare Service in Buncrana?
Email [email protected] or call 0818 607080.
Source: Buncrana Intreo Centre on gov.ie (last updated 3 July 2026). Intreo Offices is an independent guide, not the Department of Social Protection. Hours and services can change at short notice: check the official page before a long journey.