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Ireland Inmate Search & Prison Directory

Browse correctional facilities and prisons in Ireland. Find addresses, phone numbers, and official contacts for 5 facilities in this directory, plus emergency guidance for US citizens and families of detainees.

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About Ireland's Correctional System

Ireland's correctional system is managed by the Irish Prison Service. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.

For US citizens detained in Ireland, contact US Embassy Ireland at +353 1 668 8777 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.

Key Ireland Prison Contacts

Agency / ContactLocationPhoneWebsite
Irish Prison Service Ireland +353-1-806-2000 Visit Site
US Embassy Ireland Ireland +353 1 668 8777 Visit Site
US State Dept Emergency (from US) Washington DC 1-888-407-4747 Visit Site
Showing 5 facilities in Ireland
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📍Rathmore Road, Cork, T23 WT35
📞021/451-8600
👤360 Capacity
Prison in Ireland's second city. Houses male sentenced and remand prisoners from the Munster region. Current building opened in 2016 replacing the older facility.
Facility Closed
📍Cloverhill Road, Dublin, D22 E974
📞01/630-4500
👤700 Capacity
Ireland's main remand prison for male prisoners. Located in Clondalkin west Dublin. Opened in 2000. Houses unsentenced male prisoners awaiting trial.
Facility Closed
📍North Circular Road, Dublin, D07 YC97
📞01/806-2000
👤850 Capacity
Ireland's most famous prison. Built in 1850 on the Pentonville model. Located in north Dublin. Houses male sentenced and remand prisoners from the Dublin area. Symbol of the Irish prison system. Historic inmates include IRA members and prominent criminals.
Facility Closed
📍Mulgrave Street, Limerick, V94 F4RW
📞061/204-800
👤420 Capacity
Prison in Ireland's third city. Houses male sentenced and remand prisoners. Also houses a small female unit.
Facility Closed
📍Dublin Road, Portlaoise, R32 VH22
📞057/862-1300
👤230 Capacity
Ireland's high-security prison. Houses IRA prisoners and other high-risk offenders. Heavily guarded with Irish Army providing perimeter security. Located in County Laois.

Ireland Prison FAQ

Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Ireland, contact US Embassy Ireland at +353 1 668 8777 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Ireland at +353 1 668 8777 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Ireland. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Law Society of Ireland for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Ireland. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Ireland facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.

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