BY PAUL O’DONOGHUE, Senior Correspondent
Identity verification firm ID-Pal has signed a deal with Ireland’s Department of Justice to streamline the country’s online visa renewal process.
The department will use ID-Pal’s AI-driven technology to verify identities instantly, aligning with AML and data protection regulations.
ID-Pal said its system can check over 7,000 types of identity documents and access 200 global sources for verified address data.
Founded by CEO Colum Lyons in 2016, the company offers real-time identity checks, including document verification, facial recognition, and address confirmation.
“This collaboration highlights our dedication to supporting the digital transformation of public services,” said Lyons.
He added that the partnership aims to make Ireland’s immigration system more efficient, accessible, and secure.
The initiative is part of the government’s Digital Contact Centre plan, aiming to modernize immigration services.
Starting November 4th, all Irish immigration renewals will be processed online, ending the need for in-person visits to garda stations.
Previously, only residents in select counties, including Dublin and Cork, had access to online renewals.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee called the digital contact centre a major advance in the immigration modernization programme.
Ireland has recently allocated an extra €25 million to improve its immigration system, with €5 million earmarked for digital improvements.
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