Do u need a passport to go to ireland?

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chelle0980

I went to Dublin over 10 years ago and I didn't need one. But remember though, they don't take Stirling! I made that mistake and ended up with no money till I got to a bank! They take Euros now.

bigfishe96

If you're not from Ireland, absolutely!
Right now passports take about 6-8 weeks to get back.

This will give you all the info you need:
www.travel.state.gov/passport

des r

If you're british, entering NI then no, you're staying within your own kingdom.
British entering the republic, technically no. Any Photo ID (driver's licence) will do. Ireland and UK have some sort of travel agreement.

From any other country, you need a passport, and maybe even a visa.

With all that said, take the ferry. If you look like a native, Irish or British, you probably won't be asked for anything.

cherub

Yes

DanE

From where?
From the US, yes.

Sue C

This is a prime example of none of the people answering knowing where you are from (UK-Ireland site versus worldwide English speaking sites). So some people are assuming you are American whereas I, as an English person, assume you are English, you might be Canadian, I wish Yahoo would clear this up, you might even be Irish!

I honestly don't think it's correct that you don't need a passport to travel within the EU. You will need Photo ID to board a plane to go ANYWHERE. Whether that is a passport or a National ID card is another matter.

If you already have a passport, take it with you - if not, I agree with others, you'd better apply for one!

Good luck and have a great trip!

roundater

yes plus a visa if you stay more than 90 days:

IRELAND - *Passport required. Tourists are not required to obtain visas for stays less than 90 days, but may be asked to show onward/return ticket. For longer stays or to work or study in Ireland, permission must be obtained from the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform within the first 90 days of arrival. Submit 1 application form, a completed alien registration form, a valid passport, 4 passport photos, proof of sufficient funds. Students and persons who plan to work in Ireland require additional information. For additional information, consult the Embassy of Ireland, 2234 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/462-3939) or the nearest Consulate General: CA (415/392-4214), IL (312/337-1868), MA (617/267-9330) or NY (212/319-2555). Internet: www.irelandemb.org

***cutie pie***

u need one to go everywhere, including ireland.

Proud Fenian

if u live in the eu then no.anywhere else in the world yes.

Joseph, II

Yes. And if you plan to go there any time soon, -you'd better hurry up & apply for one- because there are a LOT of people ahead of you.

dsoc

If you are not a British or an Irish citizen, you will need a passport, and possibly a visa, to visit anywhere in Ireland. You do not need a passport to travel between the UK and Ireland as there is a bi-lateral passport agreement between the two countries.

An EU identity document is not sufficient to enter either country, although these may be accepted by some airlines as proof of ID. These IDs are acceptable when travelling between countries which are party to the 1985 Schengen Agreement

joe c

u do if u go to southern ireland but not if u go to northern ireland

*kade*

from UK no. ive flew loads of times using my driving licence

katieplatie

No, officially you don't but most airlines insist on seeing one for identification - usually a driving license with photo isn't good enough. It's best to check wih the airline before you travel as they all have different policies.

rosie

that depends on where you are coming from now, doesn't it?

painkiller

yes ,you do need a passport to go to Ireland and any where El's, but not visa for American citizen,also your passport should be valid for durations of your trip, RT

motherinlaw=womanhitler

Unless you are one of the EU countries then yes you need a passport to get in to any European Country, you definately need one if your flying from Canada or the USA. I just was there last September and we were required to have a passport, your passport is needed when they book your flight, and when you land they check your passport, ask you how long you plan to be in their country for and then stamp it. When you book your travel arrangments your travel agent should provide all this information for you. When you do go, have a great time, its amazing!!!

Meriskie

If your are going to Ireland from UK, then; Southern Ireland no, but some form of identification is (sometimes) required. but Northern Ireland I think you would need a passport.

starrygirl

Well it depends where you are coming from

MsLynda

Always have a passport when you are going out of the country. If you are let out of the country without a passport and it's time for you to come in you will be asked for one. Would you like to be stuck in the airport because you don't have the proper papers. Have you ever seen "the terminal"?

scottie

Where from?

Sal*UK

You will certainly need some solid ID - and a passport is the best.

Check with your airline.

ennaelsenrab

yes

thecrunkness

you need a passport to go to any country tahts not yours unless your country is part of the EU then you can travel within the EU without a passport

Kat A

if you are leaving the US yes.

gingertod

To Northern Ireland you need a photo id like a driving licence