Practical
Elements
How to travel to
Ireland
It is useful to know that between October and
March, the direct tourist sea route between
Continental Europe and Ireland will have stopped
operating. If you plan to leave with a vehicle, it
will be necessary for you to travel via England
during this period. With regard to air travel, the
companies Air France, Aer Lingus and Ryanair
operate direct scheduled flights.
Health
An E111 form is necessary for you to receive a
refund on any medical expenses incurred. You will
need to obtain an E111 form from your local centre
for social security at least a month before your
departure.
Currency
euro
Weights and
measures
- 1 mile = 1,609 km
- 1 pint = 0,57 litre
- 1 pound = 0,453 kg
Voltage
220/240 volts everywhere. An adapter (3 pin)
will be needed.
Public
holidays
In the Irish Republic, there are two categories
of public holidays: religious festivals and Bank
Holidays.
The religious festivals are on January 1st,
March 17th (St. Patrick), Easter Monday, and
December the 25th and 26th. The bank holidays are
the first Monday of May, June and August, and last
Monday of October.
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Getting
to Ireland
Bus
Car
Plane
Airports
Ferry
Train
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