How do I open an account with an Irish bank Under the Money Laundering Legislation, all financial institutions are now obliged to obtain identification for all new account applicants. A current valid passport or diving licence and A recent household bill such as a telephone, electricity or gas bill. In addition to this you will need to fill out the Personal Account Application Form in one of our branches. As well as the above, as a Non- Resident you will also be required to provide a character reference and financial history from your own bank. Postage Stamps Irish postage stamps must be used on letters posted in the Republic and British Stamps in Northern Ireland.
Stamps are available from post offices as well as many newsagents and service stations.
Full details of the postal service in the Republic of Ireland are available here. Telephones Ireland's semi-state telecommunications company is Telecom Eireann. Public telephones are available in many outdoor locations as well as Telecentres. Most pubs, restaurants and clubs will have phones but these are invariably more expensive than public phones. A list of all phone codes, both National and International are contained in the front of each telephone directory.