At The Airport

Additional Information

Passports & Visas
If you are travelling internationally, a valid passport is normally required. For some countries, your passport will need to be valid for at least six months after your intended return and you may also need a visa.

Photocopies of Important Documents
Have photocopies of all important documents (tickets, passport, visas, E111, travel insurance, driving licence, etc) and make sure they are kept separate from the originals. If there are two or more people in your party you could exchange photocopies to minimise the chance of losing all documentation. If your passport is lost or stolen you must report it to the Passport Office or your nearest Irish Embassy or Consulate  . Or call the 24hr emergency number +353 1 478 0822.

Travel insurance
The advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs is that everyone travelling abroad, for work or pleasure, should take out travel insurance before travelling.  If you are still need Travel Insurance then why not buy on line at our Plan Your Trip section.

Foreign Currency
Whilst most places accept credit and debit cards, cash is still the best way to pay for small items like taxis, snacks and tips. You can buy currency at any of the airports Bureau de Change Facitities, Bank of Ireland or ICE.  See interact map for location.

Health and medical
If you are in any doubt about travelling with an illness or medical condition you should consult your doctor. If you are on prescribed medication take enough with you for the duration of your trip, as it may not be easy or economical to get a repeat prescription for the same medication while you are overseas.

Travelling to and from the airport
You can use our website to plan your journey to the airport - just select the To and From our Airport button at the top of the page and you will find details of all the transport options available. Remember to make a contingency plan for your journey to the airport just in case there are any road or rail delays

Essential luggage
Don't forget to pack adaptors, battery charger, first aid kit, phrase book, insect repellent and suntan lotion if appropriate for your destination. If there is anything you've forgotten to include, don't worry, you'll find most travel essentials on sale at one of our many airport shops.

Illegal food imports
If you are travelling outside the EU, you need to be aware of what food items are permitted and prohibited. Products such as meat, dairy, fish, and shellfish as well as certain plants and vegetables are prohibited and if found, will be seized. You may face severe delays, a fine and even prosecution. The Department for Agriculture is aiming to reduce the risk of exotic animal diseases, plant pests and diseases entering the country, which threaten our public health, livestock, agriculture and horticultural industries and the environment.

Travelling With Pets
Regulations regarding the carriage of animals are complex and vary from country to country and airline to airline. You are advised to contact the authorities in the destination country, as well as seek advice from your airline or a specialist pet travel agency before planning your journey.
Airlines will only carry animals if advanced arrangements have been made, as space is often limited. There are two options and your airline will be able to tell you which services they are able to offer:
• Accompanied baggage - most airlines will accept animals as accompanied baggage providing they are in a suitable container. They will travel in the baggage compartment where a suitable environment can be maintained 
• Air cargo - owners can arrange for their animals to travel as air cargo without making the journey themselves.

Passports and Visas
If you are travelling internationally, a valid passport is normally required. For some countries your passport will need to be valid for at least six months after your intended return, and you may also need a visa. Before travelling you should always check your destination country's entry requirements and allow enough time to renew your passport and/or apply for a visa at the relevant embassy or consulate.

Tip: Passports do get lost and it takes time to get a replacement. You can make life easier by taking photocopies of your passport with you. It may also be worth carrying additional photographic ID separate from your passport.
If your passport is lost or stolen you must report it to the Passport Office or your nearest Irish Embassy or Consulate (this is one a new window). Or call the 24-hour emergency number +353 1 478 0822.