An Post Opening Hours Ireland 2026

Trying to catch your local post office before it closes? You are not alone. An Post serves millions of people across Ireland every week. Knowing when your branch is open saves time and avoids a wasted trip.

Standard An Post Opening Hours 2026

Most An Post post offices follow these standard weekday and Saturday hours. Individual branches may vary always verify your local branch using the An Post Store Locator before visiting.

Once you’ve confirmed your branch schedule, visit nearest an post office. While you’re visiting, you can also add credit to your prepaid mobile — every post office counter sells top-up vouchers for all major Irish networks.

Why Does An Post Open Late on Tuesdays?

Most An Post branches open at 9:30 AM on Tuesdays instead of the standard 9:00 AM. Branch staff use the extra 30 minutes for internal cash balancing and administrative tasks before the public counter opens. Some larger city-centre branches apply normal 9:00 AM opening on the first Tuesday of each month.

Lunch Hour Closures

Smaller An Post branches in rural towns and villages may close for lunch between 1:00 PM and 2:15 PM. Urban branches generally remain open throughout the day. Call ahead or check the store locator if you plan a midday visit to a smaller branch.

An Post GPO Dublin Opening Hours

The General Post Office on O’Connell Street Lower, Dublin 1, is An Post’s flagship branch. It opened in 1818 and is one of Ireland’s most historically significant buildings. The GPO operates extended hours compared to standard branches.

The General Post Office (GPO) Dublin is the main and busiest post office in the city, offering longer opening hours compared to most local branches. If you’re searching for post office hours in Dublin, the GPO usually follows this schedule:

• Monday – Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Sunday: Closed

Located in the heart of Dublin, the GPO is the most central branch and handles a high volume of postal services daily.

Other Dublin Post Office Hours & Variations

While the GPO has extended timings, other Dublin post office branches may have slightly different opening hours depending on their location and size.

• Smaller branches may close for lunch (1:00 PM – 2:15 PM)
• Some post offices may open earlier or close later
• A few branches located inside retail shops may even open on Sundays

These variations mean that Dublin post office opening hours can differ, especially in suburban or low-traffic areas.

Important Notes About Post Office Hours in Dublin

• Most post offices in Dublin are closed on Sundays and public holidays
• On Tuesdays, many branches open 30 minutes later (around 9:30 AM)
• Urban branches usually stay open continuously without lunch breaks, unlike rural locations

An Post St Andrews Street Opening Hours

The St Andrews Street branch is a central Dublin post office with extended weekday hours.

An Post Opening Hours by City

Standard hours apply across most of Ireland, but urban and shopping-centre branches often stay open longer. Hours below are sourced from the An Post Store Locator.

An Post Saturday Hours

Most An Post branches open Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Exceptions include the GPO Dublin (open until 6:00 PM), Galway city branch (open until 5:30 PM), and selected large urban branches. Branches in smaller towns may not open on Saturdays at all.

Is An Post Open on Sundays?

No. All An Post post offices in Ireland are closed on Sundays. You can use the An Post app to buy digital stamps and drop items in any post box. For parcel collections, An Post’s 24-hour Parcel Locker network is available every day of the week.

An Post Public Holiday Opening Hours 2026

All An Post branches close on every public holiday in Ireland. The table below lists all 2026 closures.

An Post Easter Arrangements 2026

• 2 April (Thursday): Open
• 3 April (Good Friday): Open 9 AM – 1 PM only
• 4–6 April (Sat–Mon): Closed
• 7 April (Tuesday): Open as normal

Deliveries:

• Limited service on Good Friday
• No deliveries from 4–6 April
• Full service resumes on 7 April

Social Welfare Payments:

• Friday & Monday payments can be collected from 2 April
• Available until 1 PM on Good Friday
• No collections from 4–6 April

Note: Expect delays in parcel tracking during holidays.

An Post Stamp Prices 2026

An Post updated stamp prices on 3 February 2026, citing a 7% year-on-year drop in letter volumes. Letter volumes have declined by more than 50% since 2016. All new prices remain below the EU14 plus Britain benchmark average.

Services Available at An Post Post Offices

An Post post offices offer a wide range of services beyond stamps and parcels. Services vary by branch — check the store locator for your nearest branch.

Postal Services

• Standard and registered post
• Express Post (next-day delivery)
• International and courier post
• Parcel returns and pre-paid labels

Financial Services

• An Post Money current accounts
• Foreign exchange (cash and currency cards)
• Postal money orders
• Western Union transfers
• Bill payments (utilities, TV licences, tolls)

Banking & Government Services

• AIB and Bank of Ireland cash lodgements and cheque acceptance
• Savings and investment products
• DSFA / social welfare payments
• Passport Express applications
• TV and dog licences
• Garda fines payment
• Leap Card top-up
• Mobile top-up (PostMobile and other networks)

How to Find Your Nearest An Post Branch

An Post Store Locator: Visit anpost.com/Store-Locator. Enter your address, town, or Eircode. The map shows branches with real-time opening hours, available services, and open/closed status.

An Post App: Available for iOS and Android. Uses your location to show nearest open branches. Also lets you track parcels, buy digital stamps, calculate postage, and find 24-hour parcel lockers.

Government finder: The Irish Government maintains a post office finder at gov.ie, maintained by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.

What to Do If Your Branch Is Closed

If your local An Post is shut, you have a few options.

Check for a nearby open branch. The An Post store locator at anpost.com/Store-Locator shows real-time hours for every branch in Ireland. Use it to find the nearest open office.

Use the An Post app. The official An Post mobile app lets you track deliveries, buy digital stamps, calculate postage, and find open post offices near you. It is available on both iOS and Android.

Buy stamps online. Since February 2026, the standard national stamp costs €1.85. You can buy digital stamps through the app or the An Post website without visiting a branch.

Collect a parcel at a Parcel Locker. An Post has a growing network of 24-hour parcel lockers across Ireland. These are available at petrol stations, supermarkets, and other locations. No post office visit needed.

Tips for Visiting an An Post Branch

• Avoid Monday mornings and the days before and after public holidays — these are the busiest periods.
• Wednesday and Thursday mid-morning (10:00 AM–12:00 PM) tends to be the quietest time.
• Use the An Post app for routine tasks like bill payments and stamp purchases — no queue required.
• For parcel collection outside post office hours, use an An Post Parcel Locker — available 24/7 at hundreds of locations.
• Small branches that close for lunch (1:00–2:15 PM) show their lunch break times on the An Post store locator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are An Post opening hours in Ireland?

A: Most branches are open Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. On Tuesdays, most branches open at 9:30 AM. All branches are closed on Sundays and public holidays.

Q: What time does the GPO in Dublin open?

A: The GPO on O’Connell Street opens at 8:30 AM Monday to Saturday and closes at 6:00 PM. It is closed on Sundays and public holidays.

Q: Is An Post open on Saturdays?

A: Yes. Most branches open Saturday morning 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The GPO and selected large branches stay open until 6:00 PM on Saturdays. Smaller town branches may not open on Saturdays.

Q: Is An Post open on Sundays?

A: No. All An Post post offices are closed on Sundays nationwide. Use the An Post app for digital stamps or An Post Parcel Lockers for parcel collection.

Q: Is An Post open on bank holidays?

A: No. All An Post post offices close on every Irish public holiday in 2026, including St Patrick’s Day, Easter Monday, all bank holidays, Christmas Day, and St Stephen’s Day.

Q: Why does An Post open late on Tuesdays?

A: Most branches open at 9:30 AM on Tuesdays instead of 9:00 AM. Branch staff use the extra 30 minutes for internal cash balancing and administrative tasks before the counter opens.

Q: How much does a stamp cost in Ireland in 2026?

A: From 3 February 2026: national letter (N stamp) €1.85, European letter €3.50, Rest of World €3.95. National digital stamp via An Post app: €2.85. All previously issued N and W stamps remain valid.

Q: How many An Post post offices are there in Ireland?

A: An Post operates approximately 960 post offices across Ireland as of 2026. The Government approved €75 million in Budget 2026 to sustain the network over five years.

Q: Is An Post open on Good Friday 2026?

A: Good Friday (3 April 2026) is not a public holiday in Ireland. Most branches will be open, though some may operate reduced hours. Branches are open between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Check your local branch using the store locator.

Q: Can I collect a parcel from An Post outside opening hours?

A: Yes. An Post Parcel Lockers are available 24/7 at petrol stations, supermarkets, and other locations. Use the An Post app to find your nearest locker.