Do i need a passport to get to ireland from england?

Question

Do i need a passport to get to ireland from england?

Answer 1

no a drivers license will do or an official id

ireland (the republic) is not part of the uk somebody above needs to learn some geography.

My grandfather was 80 and all he needed for travel to the uk was a license

Answer 2

Your question doesn't have enough context.

If you are an Irish citizen, or a citizen of the *mainland* UK, you do not need a passport to cross the border. Technically, you need ID to board a flight between the Republic and the UK, but it doesn't have to be a passport. Ireland and the UK have an agreement, similar to the Schengen agreement between continental European countries.

I don't know what the story is if you're not from either country. Having an EU passport gets across most borders in Europe. The border between the Republic and the North is hardly policed at all, you would hardly be aware you are crossing it.

If you are a nonEuropean, you would probably have a passport to get to Ireland in the first place. Technically, the laws in Ireland and the UK treat a person who is not a "foreigner" in one country, not to be a foreigner in the other country.

So basically, short answer, no, but without more details I can't say for certain. Contact the Irish department of Foreign Affairs, or any Irish embassy or Consulate, to be certain.

Answer 3

No, you do not need a passport to travel from England to Republic of Ireland or vise-versa providing you are a citizen of the United Kingdom. However you will require some form government issued photo-ID such as a drivers license.

I would also double check with the airline to see what their individual requirements are.

Answer 4

If you are an EU citizen - no.Some airlines insist you have one under their rules if you just drive across the border you wont even be stopped, some ferry company's insist on photo ID.I would check their web sites if necessary.

Answer 5

Ok, as always lots of strange answers.....

If you are BRITISH or IRISH, you can freely go between the UK and ROI, without a passport.

If you choose to fly, you will need an accredited proof of identification. Passport is the obvious choice, but if you don't have one a driving licence or other national ID card will usually suffice. Obviously, what's accepted is at the airline/airport's discretion, so make sure phone in advance. Legally, the airline is not forced to ensure you have a passport.

If you go on a ferry, you will be asked to confirm your nationality. You won't need to prove your identity unless they have any reason to believe you are not British/Irish (ie, if you have a different accent).

Answer 6

depends on the airline, airlingus you don't need one ryanair you do. I don't know about british airlines, I would bring it just in case.

Answer 7

yes, but you cannot vote there if you are a uk citizen, unlike an irish citizen in the uk. go figure !

Answer 8

Of course you do. All foreigners entering foreign countries need the required entrance certificates, why should you english be any different?

Answer 9

No is the short answer, some airlines insist that you carry it for id purposes. But you dont need it to travel, either to Northen Ireland or the Republic,unless you are coming in from mainland europe say France for example. If you travel from say Belfast in the North to Dublin in the Republic you again dont need a passport, as they got rid of the border checkpoint in the 90's when the Irish peace process started.

Re: sidestepperiii, Ireland is not part of the Uk, the north is, but the Republic is a sepreate country, they use euros, have a different government, Northern Ireland is part of the Uk, which has its government to both London and Stormont.

Answer 10

A Statement from the British Embassy in Ireland;

Flying between the United Kingdom and Ireland

As the United Kingdom and Ireland forms a common travel area, it is not necessary for the nationals of those two countries to carry a passport when travelling between the two.

However, for their own administrative purposes, some airlines flying between the UK and Ireland require all their passengers to have some form of photographic identity when checking in.

Passengers are strongly advised to check with their airline, before flying, on exactly what their individual requirements are.

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I'd advise taking it, but if you don't have it, I'm sure ID will do (photographic, also check with the airline on what they accept).

When we go to Dublin from Holyhead on the ferries, they have never asked us for our passports, they haven't even asked us for ID, just the confirmation number.

Although, do take Photo ID because you may need it if you go ill whilst abroad (don't forget your EHIC).

Answer 11

Ireland is a part of the UK, if you do, the same would apply to Scotland and Wales too.

Answer 12

If you're going to the Irish Republic, then the answer's yes but you don't need one for Northern Ireland

Answer 13

If you are a British citizen and travelling from the United Kingdom you do not need to have a passport. But you must provide identification. In reality a passport is the most valid form of identification. Especially if you are flying then airlines will seek this particularly as passports can be more easily validated.

This is a result of the common travel agreement between the UK and ROI. I think when both countries have a national ID system in place then the situation will be clarified and a person can travel on presentation of these documents.

Answer 14

Yes you do.

Answer 15

I asked this question at a rravel agent this week  The answer was yes you do ... Also if you go by plane to anywhere, say London to manchester you must have a passport or you will not be allowed to fly ... You would have to go by road or train .

Answer 16

Depending on the airline a Passport maybe required or another form of photo id.  If you are travelling by ferry not at all.

Clarifications for other answerers:

Ireland is not part of the United Kingdom.

UK citizens can vote in the Republic of Ireland except for Referenda just like Irish citizens in the UK.

The Republic of Ireland should never be referred to as Southern Ireland, in English it should only be referred to as the Republic of Ireland or just Ireland(preferred name).

Answer 17

no u dont if ur british.

Answer 18

Southern yes northern no.

Answer 19

yes but its only to act as identification, they used to accept driving licences but since all the 9/11 stuff they very rarely do so!!!!

Answer 20

In theory, no, any photo ID would do.  But in practice, airlines and customs look for a passport, so bring it with you.  The only exception would be if you are flying from mainland UK to Belfast, then photo ID like a driver's licence should be enough, but if you have a passport, why not bring it?

Answer 21

Yes - airports ask even for domestic flights now.

Answer 22

YES

Answer 23

yeah you do even if your from england and its best to keep your passport with you just in case they change anything.

Just make sure you keep it safe.

hope this helps

Answer 24

yes you do

Answer 25

The only people who have correctly answered your question is Mr. Digger and Ivan z and some of the answers are astounding

I have frequently travelled to the UK by train plane and automobile to borrow a phrase

You are only required to produce VALID photo ID and although a passport is the most valid, a driving licence is just as acceptable

Answer 26

Hi, Yes i have always had my passport, some websites say you only need photo ID, Driving licence, Citizen Card, and if you are travelling by ferry they do accept this form of ID, But i am sure travelling by plane you need a passport.