Post, Phone and Internet
Post Offices
An Post provides postal, parcel, and financial services in towns and villages across County Longford.
You can:
- Send and receive letters or parcels
- Pay household bills
- Access banking through An Post Money
- Collect social welfare payments (if applicable)
Find your nearest Post Office: Post Office Locations
For those with Beneficiary of Temporary Protection (BoTP) status, further information on supports available from An Post can be found here: An Post Ukrainian Supports.
These supports include access to a free postal address if required through: An Post Address Point Service.
Phone and Mobile Services
Ireland has several main mobile network providers offering both prepay and bill pay plans. Most providers allow you to buy a SIM card using photo ID and proof of address.
Main mobile networks:
If you already have a phone, make sure it is unlocked before inserting an Irish SIM card.
For general consumer information and to compare mobile plans, visit: ComReg - Compare Mobile Plans
Internet and Broadband Services
Longford has good broadband coverage and access to Wi-Fi in most urban and rural areas.
Major broadband providers include:
Check broadband coverage and availability in your area using the National Broadband Plan map
Public Wi-Fi is also available in Longford Library branches, community centres, and many local cafés.
TV and Radio
Ireland has both public and private TV and radio services. The national broadcaster RTÉ provides free channels via Saorview. You can also access international and subscription-based services such as Sky, Virgin Media, and Eir Vision.
Learn more about free-to-air channels here: Saorview Information
