Travel advice for Ireland .

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Ireland .

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Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Euro (EUR)

  • For ATM cash withdrawals

  • For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

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Banknotes

in euro (EUR)

  • For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination

Local currency / ISO Code

Euro EUR

Further Information

Credit cards

 

  • Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

-1 h

Capital

Dublin

National language

Official language

Irish and English

Voltage

220 volt / adapter recommended

Opening hours

Banks

10.00 - 16.00 h (Mon - Fri)
Northern Ireland: 10.00 - 15.30 h (Mon - Fri)

Stores

9.00 - 17.30/18.00 h (Mon - Wed, Fri)
9.00 - 20.00/21.00 h (Thu)

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Valid passport or valid ID card for stays up to 3 months.

Health situation

Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.

Driving
  • Left-hand driving.

  • Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 2 years previously, varies by rental company.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 23 (varies by rental company).

  • CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.

  • Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Dublin, 6 Ailesbury Road, Ballsbridge
Tel. +353 1 218 63 82 / +353 1 218 63 83

Nordirland: London (Grossbritannien), 16-18 Montagu Place
Tel. +44 20 7616 6000

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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