COVID-19

This document describes the key public health measures currently being taken in Ireland against COVID-19.

Index of COVID-19 information topics on citizensinformation.ie.

Find out what cocooning involves, how to access food and medical supplies safely, and details of social services supporting older and vulnerable people who are cocooning.

Practical information on how to shop safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Find out what the COVID-19 test involves, who can be tested and what to do while you wait for your results.

The COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment is available to employees, self-employed people and working students who have lost employment due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

If you are told to self-isolate or you are diagnosed with COVID-19, you may be able to apply for an enhanced Illness Benefit.

The Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme allowed employers to continue to pay their employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was replaced by the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme.

This document summarises the supports for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. It will be upated regularly.

Information about working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Covers employer duties and employee responsibilities.

Information for employers and employees on how to plan for a safe return to work following COVID-19 closures and an overview of the revised Work Safely Protocol.

Some hearings of the Workplace Relations Commission will be held remotely while Government restrictions are in place. Find out more.

How we travel has changed because of COVID-19. Find information on driving, public transport and what to do if your holiday or trip abroad has been cancelled.

Driving licence services, NCTs and car testing services have resumed. This document explains what you should know about driving and public transport during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Have your travel plans been disrupted by the COV ID-19 pandemic? This document describes your rights.

During COVID-19, many people have questions about family law issues such as access and maintenance. The risk of domestic abuse is also on the increase. This document gives information on family law issues and where to go for help.

Practical information and advice on a range of supports available to children, parents and families during COVID-19.

This document summarises the childcare supports available to parents during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

This document describes the protections that have been put in place to support tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic, including information on the initial emergency period, new rental laws introduced in August 2020 and the current eviction ban.

Practical information and advice for people who have been bereaved during the COVID-19 emergency period.

This document aims to give you information on returning to Ireland in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes practical, up-to-date information on travel advice, public health guidelines, employment rights and social welfare entitlements for people returning to Ireland.

This document describes the temporary arrangements in place during COVID-19 by immigration, employment permits and international protection agencies.

Colleges and universities are closed to limit the spread of COVID-19. This document outlines the contingency plans that are in place for examinations and supports for students.

The Resilience and Recovery 2020 – 2021: Plan for Living with COVID-19' plan sets out the Government's plans for dealing with COVID-19 over the next 6 months. Every county in Ireland is currently on alert Level 5 restrictions.

You can contact organisations in your area for help during the COVID-19 emergency period.

Answers to some of the questions you may have about paying your bills and other financial commitments during the COVID-19 pandemic. Gives advice about how to protect yourself from COVID-19 scams.