Tourist InformationGuide was updated: July 29, 2022

Passport / Visa

Citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area (Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) and Switzerland can enter Ireland without a visa. Citizens of a further 56 countries, including many in the Americas, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and more are also visa-exempt. A short-stay visa waiver programme allows visitors of certain nationalities to enter Ireland visa-free if they are in possession of a UK type "C" visa, and have gone through initial immigration clearance in the UK. Holders of a Residence Card of a family member of a Union citizen, or of a red United Nations laissez-passer also enjoy a visa exemption. For those who do need a visa, one should be applied for in advance via an Irish embassy or consulate closest to them. Some nationalities also require a transit visa, even if they do not plan to leave the airport en route to their final destination. Check whether you need a visa, and what prerequisites and fees may apply: www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/check-irish-visa

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Best Time to Visit

Influenced by the Gulf Stream, Ireland has a mild climate that allows you to experience the stunning landscapes nearly all year long: with 15 to 20 degrees in the summer, around 10 degrees in spring and autumn, and 4 to 8 degrees in winter. Keep in mind, however, that most events take place during the summer months from May to September, and the cities and villages really come alive after winter.

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Airports

The region around River Shannon and the Lakelands can best be reached via Shannon Airport, Ireland West Airport Knock, and Kerry Airport while airports more far away can also be favourable. Try to match your plans and means of travel with the chosen (or possible) airport, and keep in mind that you can easily travel around in the region via car and railway. Shannon Airport www.shannonairport.ie Ireland West Airport Knock www.irelandwestairport.com Kerry Airport www.kerryairport.ie/website

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Public transport

The region around River Shannon and the Lakelands can be travelled by bus and railway services, and all the information – times, prices and purchases – can be checked online. Bus Éireann www.buseireann.ie Iarnród Éireann / Irish Rail www.irishrail.ie

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Taxi

Taxis and Hackney Cabs are available throughout the region, and taxis can be hailed down in the street while Hackney Cabs must be booked from offices – the costs are then measured by distance, as every taxi is equipped with a metre. Every hotel will provide you with information and phone numbers for services that operate in every town, and throughout the region.

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Pharmacy

Pharmacies can be found acrossthe whole region in nearly every town, and they are usually marked by a brand logo. Keep in mind, that opening hours can significantly vary but most of the venues are at least open Mon-Fri 8am-6pm and Sat 8am-1pm.

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Health and Medical Treatment

EU Citizens are entitled to free hospital treatment in a public ward but they should obtain a European Health Insurance Card prior travels. For Visitors from non-EU countries, private medical insurance is highly advised.

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Post

Offices of Ireland’s national postal service are generally open Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm and Sat 9am-1pm, and they offer every service in need. In larger towns, opening hours on Saturdays may be extended.

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Telephone

Country code: +353

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Electricity

230 V, 50 Hz, G

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Driving

If you intend to rent a car, make sure to familiarise yourself with the Irish road rule, and with speed limits in particular: 120 km/h on motorways, 100 km/h on national roads, 80 km/h on regional and local roads, and 50 km/h in a built-up areas.

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