FOI fees
There is no fee to make an FOI request. Fees may apply for internal reviews (for non-personal information) and for search, retrieval and copying of records.
Application fees
| Type of request / application | Standard fee | Reduced fee (medical card holder or dependant) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial FOI request | No charge | No charge |
| Internal review (non-personal information) | €30.00 | €10.00 |
| Review by the Information Commissioner | €50.00 | €15.00 |
Reduced fees apply to holders of a medical card or their dependants.
Search, retrieval and copying charges
- €20 per hour may be charged for time spent finding and retrieving records.
- Copying charges may also apply.
- No charge applies where the total is below €101.
- Once charges reach €101, full fees apply (up to a maximum of €500).
- If the estimated cost is above €700, we may ask you to refine your request before processing.
- Where charges apply, a deposit of at least 20% of the estimate is required.
Charges are in line with S.I. No. 531 of 2014 — Freedom of Information Act 2014 (Fees) (No. 2) Regulations 2014 .
How to pay
If a fee applies, you can pay by cheque, bank draft or postal order.
Questions? See Contact the FOI Unit.
