Loughrea 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.
Loughrea Intreo address and map
Loughrea Intreo Centre
Railway House, Station Road, Loughrea, Co Galway, H62 F683
Contact Loughrea Intreo: phone and email
| Phone | 0818 405060 (National Intreo Contact Centre) |
|---|---|
| [email protected] | |
| Community Welfare | [email protected] · 0818 607080 |
| Eircode | H62 F683 |
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 Loughrea
Walk-in, or appointment on request
You can walk in without an appointment, or request one by emailing [email protected]. Walk-in places depend on queue sizes and long waits are possible.
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 Loughrea
Loughrea Intreo Centre does not allocate PPS numbers. Apply on MyWelfare.ie and book one of the nearest PPS centres: Galway Intreo Centre (33 km), Athlone Intreo Centre (49 km), Ennis Intreo Centre (49 km).
Areas covered by Loughrea Intreo Centre
According to the Department, this office serves:
- Loughrea Town to Craughwell
- Athenry (on the Loughrea Side)
- New Inn
- Kilrickle
- Cappataggle
- Mullagh
- Gurtymadden
- Tynagh
- Killimor
- Portumna
- Woodford
- Ballinakill
What you can do at Loughrea
- 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 Loughrea
Gort Branch Office
23 km · Co. Galway
Ballinasloe Branch Office
27 km · Co. Galway
Galway Intreo Centre
33 km · Co. Galway · PPS
Tulla Branch Office
39 km · Co. Clare
Tuam Branch Office
40 km · Co. Galway
All 6 offices in Co. Galway · All offices in Ireland
Frequently asked questions
Where is Loughrea Intreo Centre?
Loughrea Intreo Centre is at Railway House, Station Road, Loughrea, Co Galway, H62 F683. It serves Loughrea Town to Craughwell, Athenry (on the Loughrea Side), New Inn, Kilrickle, Cappataggle, Mullagh, Gurtymadden, Tynagh and surrounding areas.
What are the opening hours of Loughrea 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 Loughrea 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 Loughrea?
No, you can walk in, but you can also request an appointment by emailing [email protected].
Can I get a PPS number at Loughrea?
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 Loughrea?
Email [email protected] or call 0818 607080.
Source: Loughrea Intreo Centre on gov.ie (last updated 12 February 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.