This guide outlines the supported number types, required documents, hosting rules, and porting timelines for Irish numbers.
Initial Overview
1. Supported Number Types
Number Type | Format Example |
Geographic (Local) | e.g., +353 1, +353 21 |
National | e.g., 0818, 076 |
Toll-Free | e.g., 1800 xxx xxx |
2. Submit Your Request
You can request number porting using the International Porting Form.
Looking to port numbers from other countries? See Global Porting Coverage.
3. Download LOA Template
You’ll need to submit a signed Letter of Authorization - LOA Template is added as a .zip at the end of this guide.
(Other document requirements listed below.)
4. Timelines & Pricing
Number Type | Estimated Duration | Price |
Local | ~10 business days | €35.00 per request, €10.00 per number |
National | ~10 business days | €35.00 per request, €10.00 per number |
Toll-Free | ~10 business days | €30.00 per request, €15.00 per number |
⚠️ Timelines may vary if submitted details do not match your current provider’s records.
Required Documents for Number Porting
LOA template (.zip) is attached at the bottom of this guide.
✅ Local (Geographic) Numbers
Signed LOA (must be completed by an authorized representative; address must match current provider’s records)
Recent invoice (issued within 30 days, showing number(s) and account holder)
Hosting requirement: Address must be within the same area code as the number
✅ National Numbers
Signed LOA (provided on request; must be completed by an authorized contact)
Recent invoice (issued within 30 days, listing number(s) and account holder)
Hosting requirement: Address must be within the Republic of Ireland
✅ Toll-Free Numbers
Signed LOA (provided on request; must include number and business info)
Recent invoice (issued within 30 days, showing toll-free number and account holder)
Hosting requirement: No address documentation required
Porting Process Overview
Submit Your Porting Request
Send your request to the CloudTalk Porting Team to begin the process.
Initial Review
Cloudtalk team'll verify number portability and confirm the next steps.
Documentation Collection
Complete and sign the LOA (Letter of Authorization), and provide a recent invoice from your current telecom provider.
Submission to Carrier
CloudTalk submits your request to our partner carrier, who then forwards it to your current provider.
Approval or Rejection
If approved, Cloudtalk team will confirm the porting date (typically 2–4 business days in advance).
If rejected, Cloudtalk team will share the reason and guide you on how to correct and resubmit the request.
Common Rejection Reasons
Issue | Explanation | How to Fix |
Address Mismatch | Address doesn’t match provider records or area code | Confirm and update details with your current provider |
Unauthorized Signer | LOA not signed by an accepted contact | Ensure the LOA is signed by an administrator or account owner |
Inactive Number | Number has been disconnected or suspended | Reactivate the number before submitting the port request |
Outdated Invoice | Invoice is older than 30 days | Submit a more recent invoice with correct information |
On Porting Day
Your number becomes active in CloudTalk
Your former provider deactivates the number
CloudTalk billing starts immediately
Need Help?
For further assistance, please refer to:
Porting Pricing and Coverage - all countries where we offer porting
Country Specific Porting Guides - for our most requested countries
Have more porting questions? Contact our Porting team. We're always happy to help!