Portlaoise 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–12:30pm, 2pm–4:30pm |
| Friday | 9:30am–1pm, 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.
Portlaoise Social Welfare office address and map
Portlaoise Branch Office
Department of Social Protection, Bank Place, Portlaoise, Co Laois R32 XD78
Contact Portlaoise Social Welfare office: phone and email
| Phone | (057) 8678010 |
|---|---|
| [email protected] | |
| Community Welfare | [email protected] · 0818 607080 |
| Eircode | R32 XD78 |
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 Portlaoise
By appointment only
Appointment only. Book by emailing [email protected] or calling (057) 8678010.
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 Portlaoise
Portlaoise Branch Office is a PPS number allocation centre. Apply on MyWelfare.ie and choose this office when you book your appointment. How to get a PPS number at Portlaoise.
Areas covered by Portlaoise Branch Office
According to the Department, this office serves:
- Portlaoise
- The Heath
- Abbeyleix
- Mountrath
- Stradbally
- Ballinakill
- Ballyfin
- Ballyroan
- Barnashrone
- Camross
- Castletown
- Coolrain
- Raheen
- Shanahoe
- Spink
- Timahoe
- Vicarstown
- Ratheniska
What you can do at Portlaoise
- 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)
- Attend a PPS number appointment booked on MyWelfare
- Contact the Community Welfare Service about urgent or additional needs (CWS guide)
Other offices near Portlaoise
Portarlington Branch Office
16 km · Co. Laois
Athy Branch Office
22 km · Co. Kildare
Rathdowney Branch Office
28 km · Co. Laois
Tullamore Intreo Centre
29 km · Co. Offaly · PPS
Carlow Intreo Centre
33 km · Co. Carlow · PPS
All 3 offices in Co. Laois · All offices in Ireland
Frequently asked questions
Where is Portlaoise Branch Office?
Portlaoise Branch Office is at Department of Social Protection, Bank Place, Portlaoise, Co Laois R32 XD78. It serves Portlaoise, The Heath, Abbeyleix, Mountrath, Stradbally, Ballinakill, Ballyfin, Ballyroan and surrounding areas.
What are the opening hours of Portlaoise Branch Office?
Mon–Wed 9:30am–12:30pm, 2pm–4:30pm; Thu 10:30am–12:30pm, 2pm–4:30pm; Fri 9:30am–1pm, 2pm–4pm. Closed at weekends and on bank holidays.
What is the phone number for Portlaoise Branch Office?
(057) 8678010. Email: [email protected].
Do I need an appointment for a Public Services Card at Portlaoise?
Yes, it is appointment only: email [email protected] or call (057) 8678010.
Can I get a PPS number at Portlaoise?
Yes. It is a PPS number allocation centre. Apply on MyWelfare and choose this office when you book the appointment.
How do I contact the Community Welfare Service in Portlaoise?
Email [email protected] or call 0818 607080.
Source: Portlaoise Branch Office on gov.ie (last updated 15 August 2025). 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.