29thJanuary 2026
AIB announces €26m branch investment programme, demonstrating commitment to sustainable communitiesNew €26 million expenditure plan for AIB and EBS part of a €66m branch investment
programme
AIB branches and EBS offices will be upgraded, including new technology to support
customers
150 new Cash and Cheque Lodgement machines as part of wider investment in Ireland's
largest branch network
Further investment in Mobile Community Banking fleet
AIB is investing a further €26 million in its branches and EBS offices over the next two years ,
demonstrating its deep commitment to customer focused innovation and supporting communities across Ireland. The investment programme includes significant upgrades to six AIB branches and 32 EBS offices, delivering modern banking halls, clear interaction spaces and enhanced privacy for customers.
150 new Cash and Cheque Lodgement (CCL) machines will be introduced across the country.
Furthermore, two mobile community banking vehicles operating in the North West and South West will be replaced.
The new CCL machines will support customers to carry out their banking in a way that is convenient to them, allowing customers to lodge and withdraw money in a simple and efficient way, with a withdrawal limit of €1,500. And of course, customers can still choose to transact at the counter in our 170 branches, where our colleagues are ready to provide support. In addition, the limit on the
amount of cash that can be withdrawn at an AIB ATM has been increased from €600 to €1,000, to further support customers and communities with access to their cash when they need it.
This announcement builds on AIB's €40 million investment in 127 branches in 2025, which included significant refurbishments and 60 new CCL machines. As part of our commitment to making our branches and services as accessible as possible for all our customers, AIB has also upgraded all ATM and CCL machines, to provide increased functionality for people who are visually impaired. These machines now offer voice guidance support for cash withdrawals, balance queries, mini statements and PIN services. All customers need to do is simply insert their headphones into the device to avail of this service. This overall investment also supports AIB's sustainability goals, reducing operational carbon emissions by an estimated 10%.
Speaking about the investment programme, AIB's Managing Director, Retail Banking, Geraldine Casey said "At AIB, we are proud to be digital first and human when it matters. While we continue to invest in innovative digital solutions for the convenience of our customers, we understand the vital role our 170 branches and 66 EBS offices play in supporting communities across Ireland. Our ongoingbranch investment programme is a clear demonstration of our commitment to ensuring that customers have access to personal, face-to-face support and modern, warm and welcoming facilities in the heart of their towns and villages. By enhancing our branch network, we are investing not just in technology, but in our customers and our communities, which matters most to us."
ENDSContact Louise Kelly 087 216 1545, Louise.y.kelly@aib.ie
Notes to EditorAIB Branch Upgrades 2026-2027:
Carlow, Co Carlow
Clondalkin, Dublin 22
Dundalk, Co Louth
Newbridge, Co. Kildare
Raheny, Dublin 5
Tuam Road, Galway
EBS Office Upgrades 2026-2027:
Artane, Dublin 5
Bray, Co Wicklow
Crescent SC, Limerick
Crumlin, Dublin 12
Donegal Town, Co Donegal
Douglas, Co Cork
Drumcondra, Dublin 9
Dundalk, Co Louth
Ennis, Co Clare
Finglas, Dublin 11
Golden Island, Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Gorey, Co Wexford
Killarney, Co Kerry
Killiney Shopping Centre, Dublin
Letterkenny, Co Donegal
William St., Limerick,
Main St., Longford
Lucan, Co Dublin
Mullingar, Co Westmeath
Naas, Co Kildare
Newbridge, Co Kildare
Parkway Shopping Centre, Limerick
Phibsborough, Dublin 7
Raheny, Dublin 5
Rathmines, Dublin 14
Grattan St., Sligo
Stillorgan, Co Dublin
Sutton Cross, Sutton, Co Dublin
The Square TC, Tallaght, Dublin 24
Clonakilty, Co Cork
Patrick St, Cork
North Main St., Wexford

