Kinsale Social Welfare office opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:30am–12:30pm, 2pm–4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30am–12:30pm, 2pm–4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30am–12:30pm, 2pm–4:30pm |
| Thursday | 10:30am–1pm, 2pm–4:30pm |
| Friday | 9:30am–12:30pm, 2pm–4pm |
| 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.
Kinsale Social Welfare office address and map
Kinsale Branch Office
Market Lane, Kinsale, Co Cork, P17 WD98
Contact Kinsale Social Welfare office: phone and email
| Phone | (021) 4702910 |
|---|---|
| [email protected] | |
| Community Welfare | [email protected] · 0818 607080 |
| Eircode | P17 WD98 |
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 Kinsale
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.
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 Kinsale
Kinsale Branch Office does not allocate PPS numbers. Apply on MyWelfare.ie and book one of the nearest PPS centres: Cork City PPS and PSC Centre (21 km), Bantry Branch Office (64 km), Clonmel Intreo Centre (91 km).
Areas covered by Kinsale Branch Office
According to the Department, this office serves:
- Kinsale town and hinterlands (Waterfall
- Riverstick
- Ringabella
- Nohoval
- Minane Bridge
- Garrettstown
- Ballinspittle
- Ballyfeard
- Ballinhassig)
What you can do at Kinsale
- 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)
- Contact the Community Welfare Service about urgent or additional needs (CWS guide)
Other offices near Kinsale
Bandon Branch Office
15 km · Co. Cork
Carrigaline PSC Centre (Ballea Road)
15 km · Co. Cork
Cork City Intreo Centre
21 km · Co. Cork
Cork City PPS and PSC Centre
21 km · Co. Cork · PPS
Cobh Intreo Centre
23 km · Co. Cork
All 15 offices in Co. Cork · All offices in Ireland
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kinsale Branch Office?
Kinsale Branch Office is at Market Lane, Kinsale, Co Cork, P17 WD98. It serves Kinsale town and hinterlands (Waterfall, Riverstick, Ringabella, Nohoval, Minane Bridge, Garrettstown, Ballinspittle, Ballyfeard and surrounding areas.
What are the opening hours of Kinsale Branch Office?
Mon–Wed 9:30am–12:30pm, 2pm–4:30pm; Thu 10:30am–1pm, 2pm–4:30pm; Fri 9:30am–12:30pm, 2pm–4pm. Closed at weekends and on bank holidays.
What is the phone number for Kinsale Branch Office?
(021) 4702910. Email: [email protected].
Do I need an appointment for a Public Services Card at Kinsale?
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 Kinsale?
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 Kinsale?
Email [email protected] or call 0818 607080.
Source: Kinsale Branch Office on gov.ie (last updated 21 September 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.