Trade Portal FAQs

Getting Started

  • 1. How do I sign up to the Trade Portal?
  • Visit www.failteireland.ie, click "Trade Portal Login", then "Create an account". You will need a business website or social media presence to register.

  • 2. What do I do if I get an error message when logging in or signing up?
  • Take a full-page screenshot of the error and email it to customersupport@failteireland.ie

  • 3. How do I update my Trade Portal user profile?
  • Click your name (top-right), select "My Profile". Update your name or phone here. To change your email, contact customersupport@failteireland.ie

  • 4. Can I access the Trade Portal on a mobile or MacBook?
  • For the best experience, use a Windows desktop or laptop with Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge. Mobile devices and MacBooks may not display all features correctly.

Business Listings & Quality Assurance

  • 5. How do I update my Discover Ireland business listing?
  • In the Trade Portal, click "Manage this business" > "Business Listings". Add or update listings here. Approval may take up to 48 hours. Listings appear on DiscoverIreland.ie, and VisitDublin.com if Dublin-based.

  • 6. I don’t see the "Business Listings" section.
  • Take a full-screen screenshot showing your name in the top-right corner and send it to customersupport@failteireland.ie

  • 7. How do I access or update my Meet in Ireland listing?
  • In the Trade Portal, click "Manage this business" > "Business Listings". Add or update listings here. Approval may take up to 48 hours. Your Meet in Ireland profile will be listed here.

  • 8. How do I update or change the Premise Contact (Accommodation only)?
  • Email your request to qualityassurance@failteireland.ie

  • 9. How do I update other contact roles?
  • Email the request to customersupport@failteireland.ie

  • 10. How do I remove a contact from my Trade Portal account?
  • Requests for contact removal must be made in writing to customersupport@failteireland.ie

  • 11. Quality Assurance details not visible?
  • On the Dashboard, click "Trade Portal" > "Quality Assurance" from the dropdown. Renewal info is available there.

  • 12. Where can I find my QA renewal application?
  • Log in, click "Trade Portal" > "Quality Assurance" > "Renewals", and select your business to open the application.

Funding & Payments

  • 13. I can't see the "Funding" tab on my dashboard.
  • Click "Trade Portal" at the top and select "Funding" from the dropdown. If still not visible, contact customersupport@failteireland.ie with the funding scheme name.

  • 14. I can’t complete or move to the next page of my funding form.
    1. Ensure all required fields are completed within the character limits.
    2. Avoid special characters (periods are fine).
    3. Click Save, log out, clear your cache, restart your device, and log back in.
    4. If it still doesn’t work, discard and restart the application.

  • 15. Why can't I use EFT for payments?
  • EFT becomes available after making three credit card payments. For access, email customersupport@failteireland.ie. Approval is subject to the Fáilte Ireland Accounts Team.

  • 16. How do I choose between EFT and credit card at checkout?
  • If eligible for EFT, you'll be given the choice at the payment stage.

Technical Tips

  • 17. I can't view all content on my mobile device.
  • We recommend using a desktop or laptop for full functionality of the Trade Portal.

  • 18. Some menus or tabs are missing.
  • MacBooks and Firefox may cause visibility issues. Use Chrome or Edge on Windows.