Your complete student travel guide β airports, visas, cities, climate & programs
ποΈ Capital
Dublin
π Region
Europe Β· Northern Europe
π₯ Population
5,458,600
π Area
70,273 kmΒ²
π Calling Code
+353
π Timezone(s)
UTC
Official Language(s)
Currency
β¬ euro (EUR)
Temperate oceanic climate β mild, wet, and changeable. Summers are cool (15β20Β°C); winters are mild but stormy. Rain is possible any time of year. Expect all four seasons in a single day.
Plug type(s) used in Ireland:
Tipping is welcome but not obligatory. Round up or leave a small amount.
Contactless and card payments are the norm. Cash is rarely needed.
Ireland is very safe for students. Standard precautions apply in Dublin city centre at night. Keep belongings secure in crowded tourist areas.
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U.S. Department of State
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π U.S. Embassy Directory β Register Your Trip (STEP)STEP alerts you during emergencies and helps the embassy locate you.
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