Passports & Visa Requirements

Ireland’s passport and visa requirements vary for different nationalities: if you are a UK citizen, you can just use official photo identification, whereas if you are an EU citizen, you just need a national identity card. Visitors from EU countries (including Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein), USA, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, don’t need a visa to visit the Republic or Northern Ireland. South African visitors can visit the Republic of Ireland visa-free, but they need a UK visa in order to enter Northern Ireland. If you're not sure whether or not to apply for a visa, we recommend you contact the embassy or consulate in your country.

• Web:

  www.dfa.ie

Taxi

Taxis and Hackney Cabs are available. Taxis can be hailed down in the street, but Hackney Cabs must be booked from offices. Costs are measured by distance, taxis are equipped with meters. If you have to be somewhere at a particular time, it is wise to book in advance as offices can be quite busy. All hotels will have a local taxi number. FreeNow app can be used to book taxis in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford.

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  www.ireland.com/en-us/plan-your-trip/travel/taxis-in-ireland

Busses

The main bus operators are Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead Ireland, and TFI Local Link, each providing comprehensive services across the network. Navigate your way around Ireland with the help of Transport for Ireland's (TFI) journey planner and route maps. To explore fare details, head over to their fare information page. For frequent bus riders, the TFI Leap Card offers a convenient and cost-saving option, reducing fares by 30% compared to single cash payments. Plus, enjoy additional perks like fare capping and the TFI 90-Minute Fare.

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  www.transportforireland.ie/getting-around/by-bus/about-bus-travel

Climate

Dublin's climate is shaped by the moderating influence of the Gulf Stream, leading to relatively mild conditions year-round. Summer temperatures typically hover between 14 to 16°C (60-70°F), while spring and autumn see averages of around 10°C (50°F). Winter temperatures generally range from 4 to 7°C (30-40°F).

• Web:

  www.met.ie

Driving

If you intend to rent a car when you’re in Ireland, make sure to familiarise yourself with the Irish road rules. In particular, pay attention to the speed limits: 120km on motorways; 100km on national roads; 80km on regional and local roads; 50km in a built-up area.

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  www.rsa.ie/road-safety/road-users/tourists

Electricity

The standard voltage in the Republic of Ireland is 220 volts. Plugs are 3-pin flat, therefore adapters are required for 2-pin appliances. En-suite bathroom shaving points normally have 110 and 240 volt outlets.