Frequently Asked Questions about Ireland
Is Ireland safe?
Yes, Ireland is very safe. Like in most major cities, there are certain areas in Dublin where you should be careful of walking at night. Otherwise expats shouldn't be overly concerned with the presence of serious crime.
Perhaps more of a worry is the level of intoxication accepted in most Irish social circumstances. If you can see double it can be trouble.
Many people mistake the Republic of Ireland for Northern Ireland, which has in the past made international headlines for terrorist bombings and shootings. The Republic of Ireland is largely peaceful.
Yes, Ireland is very safe. Like in most major cities, there are certain areas in Dublin where you should be careful of walking at night. Otherwise expats shouldn't be overly concerned with the presence of serious crime.
Perhaps more of a worry is the level of intoxication accepted in most Irish social circumstances. If you can see double it can be trouble.
Many people mistake the Republic of Ireland for Northern Ireland, which has in the past made international headlines for terrorist bombings and shootings. The Republic of Ireland is largely peaceful.
Is it always rainy in Ireland?
It is often rainy in Ireland, but not always. The weather is worst in January and December, but it rains throughout the year. Despite being at a high longitude, snow is not very common and Dublin is less rainy than much of Ireland. The good news is that all the rain keeps Ireland famously green.
Is it easy to travel to mainland Europe or to Britain from Ireland?
Yes, travel is easy. No extra visa is needed to travel among EU countries. Ryanair is a low-cost airline from Ireland to just about everywhere in Europe. Several ferry lines also connect Britain and Ireland.
It is often rainy in Ireland, but not always. The weather is worst in January and December, but it rains throughout the year. Despite being at a high longitude, snow is not very common and Dublin is less rainy than much of Ireland. The good news is that all the rain keeps Ireland famously green.
Is it easy to travel to mainland Europe or to Britain from Ireland?
Yes, travel is easy. No extra visa is needed to travel among EU countries. Ryanair is a low-cost airline from Ireland to just about everywhere in Europe. Several ferry lines also connect Britain and Ireland.
