Guidelines on prompt payments

We publish our prompt payment policy and returns to show how we meet our payment commitments to suppliers. This supports transparency and gives a clear view of our performance.

In March 2011, the Government made a decision to extend the 15 day prompt payments obligation to the wider public sector. This measure should ensure that all valid invoices received by Fáilte Ireland on or after 1st July 2011 will be paid within 15 days of receipt.

To ensure payments reach our suppliers as early as possible, suppliers are asked to ensure that:

Purchase order numbers are obtained for all goods/services supplied to Fáilte Ireland (prior to the delivery of goods or commencement of work). No work should commence before receipt of a purchase order.
All invoices quote the purchase order number. If a valid purchase order number is not quoted, the invoice will be returned to the supplier.
Please note that Fáilte Ireland does not accept hard-copy invoices; all invoices must be submitted electronically via email to ensure prompt payment.
Invoices are not be raised until the goods/services are complete. The delivery of goods/services is to be made in accordance to the instructions given at the time of ordering.
All invoices quote your Fáilte Ireland account number.

These arrangements will not alter the contractual relationship between Fáilte Ireland and suppliers, nor will it change the legal position in relation to late payments. Late payment interest will continue to be payable after our standard 30 day payment terms. You can view our prompt payment returns below.