The Office of Public Works is considering allowing visits to Sceilg Mhicíl in August, and is consulting directly with local boatmen.
Normally open between mid May and late September, the monastic island has been closed to visitors amid concerns the sea journey as well as the narrow steps and pathways on the island itself posed particular risks during the Covid-19 pandemic.
However, Kerry Fine Gael TD and Deputy Government Chief Whip Brendan Griffin has said the OPW "is currently in the process of reassessing the position".
The development comes in light of the changed approach to reopening business and tourist locations in recent weeks, Mr Griffin said.
There are only 15 boats licensed to land on Sceilg Mhicíl and most operate from the village of Portmagee, with some also from Valentia Island and Ballinskelligs.
Passenger numbers are limited to 12 on the large boats and just 180 people can land on the island on any one day in normal times.
The review now under way is focusing on the risk analysis which was previously carried out and will assess whether there have been any significant alterations to the position which might indicate that a late-season opening could be feasible.
Minister of State for the OPW Patrick O'Donovan, said in response to a question from the Kerry TD said that the OPW is consulting directly with local boatman as they are responsible for passenger safety on the minimum 40-minute sea journey to the island.
A decision on whether an opening is feasible is expected by the end of this month.
