Dublin, Ireland

What to wear in Dublin, Ireland

Dublin is both a casual and a formal city. Local ladies dress very well and men, conversely, seem comparatively underdressed. For the countryside, bring comfortable and waterproof clothes and footwear, preferably sturdy boots. Snow covers the higher mountains in winter, but prolonged frost is rare so, while you should bring along a good coat and cold-weather accessories, you do not need to dress for extreme winter conditions.

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Spoken language in Dublin, Ireland

Crime and Safety

Ireland is safe in many ways. There are no tornados, earthquakes, wild fires, serious criminals, nor a gun problem. Although the Republic maintains a relatively low crime rate, travelers should always take the usual precautions to protect their belongings and themselves from petty criminals. Only in the larger cities is there any real concern at all about crime, and visitors should check with their concierge for advice on which areas are the safest to explore. Clothing Due to rapidly changing weather conditions, travelers should dress in layers for easy adjustment without a necessary trip back to the hotel to change. Style is a matter of personal choice, so your clients should dress however they will be most comfortable, even if that means sweatshirts.Health Conditions Travelers should consult with their medical insurance company prior to traveling abroad to confirm whether their policy appliers overseas and if it will cover emergency expenses, such as a medical evacuation.To stay healthy, we recommend drinking only bottled or boiled water. Visitors should avoid drinks that contain untreated water, including tap water, fountain drinks, and ice cubes. If your clients are taking prescribed drugs, advise them to carry a copy of their prescription (described by the generic name) together with a cover letter from their doctor, just in case they need additional supplies.

English is the language of everyday use, although Gaelic is the official language. English is very new to the Emerald Isle, having been forcibly introduced in 1831 to wither Irish national identity. Gaelic is a Celtic language with its own alphabet that is closely related to Breton, Cornish, and Welsh. The revival of the language has been fierce and patriotic, encouraged in most schools. The people of the western regions, the Gaeltacht, speak Gaelic as their first language. Even the road signs are bilingual.

Electricity in Dublin, Ireland

The standard electrical current is 230 volts/50 cycles. Most hotels have 110-volt shaver sockets and wall sockets are three-pin flat or two-pin round, so your need for an adapter will vary.

Customs information for Dublin, Ireland visitors

We strongly suggest that you verify with a consulate for the most current and complete rendering of the information outlined below.

Entry

You will be required to present a passport for entry into the Republic of Ireland, but no visa is required.

Ireland Customs

Duty-free allowances include 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, 2 liters of wine, and 50 grams of perfume. Importation of plants and food items is strongly restricted.

US Customs

You can re-enter the US with $800 worth of duty-free merchandise. A flat rate of 10% is levied on the next $1,000 worth of purchases. You cannot bring back fresh food, but canned goods are permitted. For more information, contact the US Customs Service, phone 202-927-6724.

US Embassy

42 Elgin Road, Dublin, Ireland; Phone 01-668-8777.