All wild birds are protected under National and EU law.
Download the Section 42 application form to control protected wild birds here: Section 42 application (Birds)
Completed applications should be emailed to: wildlifelicence@npws.gov.ie
Wild Bird Declaration:
The Minister for Housing, Local Government & Heritage has signed the State-wide Declaration to allow the control of certain wild bird species that are causing damage to crops, livestock and fauna or in the interests of public health and safety. Further information about the Wild Bird Declaration can be found here: EU Birds Directive Article 9 Derogations.