I am driving to the Irish republic next month?

Question

and im wondering if there are any special requirements needed, like red warning triangles, first aid kits or headlight adaptations?

what about the international driving licence, I hold a full uk licence?

Answer 1

just dont youre mobile big crack down at the moment

Answer 2

Nothing special neede but also remember that certain credit cards are not excepted so check before you use especially at out of the way filling stations they will take euro's though.Have a great time and try the traditional soda bread it is lush.

Answer 3

Nothing special required. If you have breakdown cover, check if it will cover you over here. Mine didn't cover me over in UK last year. Speed limits are in km/h and points can now transfer cross channel.

Motorways--120km (75mph)

National roads--100km (60mph)

B roads--80km (50mph)

others are  60km (40mph)

                    50km (30mph)

Our government has cleverly started writing some road signs in irish, so extra care may be needed in places.

Apart from that, have a nice time here and pack a good raincoat. Petrol is cheaper here so fill up when you get here (Tesco are about the cheapest). Mandatory drink test in the case of an accident. Traffic lights are different too. They go ''green'', ''amber'', ''red'', but then they go straight to ''green''. If you are going west, watch out for animals legally grazing on the side of the roads. Illegal to use hand held mobiles here too, new rule so cops are keen to catch people.

Answer 4

Main roads (not dual carriageways) have a passing lane for you to pull over to let faster traffic past (they don't normally overtake, they wait for slower traffic to pull over). Be careful as the passing lanes often just stop, or allow left turning traffic to join.

The Police (Garda) cars are not as visible as in the UK, often just plain hatcbacks or vans.

Answer 5

There is no differants to the rules of the road in ireland to UK. Only that when you see 120 that means km/hr not m/hr

Answer 6

Don't wanna kill your buzz but Ireland is an island... which should be considered if you wanna drive over.... :)

Answer 7

Apparently you do need the triangle, but don't worry too much - I haven't one in my car yet, and I haven't had a problem.  Driving on your licence will be fine.  Watch out for animals running across the road, and drive with care.  Some of the motorists, when up the back of another car, suddenly  pull out from behind the car to overtake, we aren't used to that kind of driving in England, Be aware of it in Ireland.  

Can't say about the headlights, mine have never changed and I've never had a problem.   You will enjoy driving in Ireland, the roads are much clearer (not a lot of traffic and   hardly any traffic lights).   People are friendlier there too ....don't be surprised to see a motorist acknowledge you with a slight wave.  

Life is slower there, much nice than England. So when you arrive, take a deeeeep breath and chill.

It will take you longer to get to places, and some roads can be very long, but it will be worth it.  The scenery is just breathtaking.

Enjoy your trip......you've made a great choice.!!

Answer 8

No you don't need any of that for Ireland.

But be warned, since 2005 the road signs refer to kilometres NOT miles.

Answer 9

The only requirement needed are nerves of steel. In Ireland every other road user is seen as a challenge!, I'm English and live in the Republic, the road carnage is horrendous and I don't know what it's like when driving not to have a car so close behind you think your towing it .Make sure your insurance company knows your going to Ireland on holiday and have the AA relay as if you break down in a remote area you'd be stuck You have to carry your driving licence with you at all times (your own full licence will suffice)  as the police/guards often do roadside checks for drink driving  and if stopped you may be required to produce it. Red triangles are not needed as although I do carry one I've never seen one used.Also in Ireland the hard shoulder is used by slower vechicles especially tractors which allow the traffic to keep flowing. At quiet times especially night,some traffic lights are left flashing amber which means proceed with caution The Irish drive on the left like Britain so there's no need to adjust your headlights. the main roads usually are well surfaced but side and minor roads are very often potholed so be carefull especially if you have alloy wheels. There  are some wonderfull places to see and visit over here and the people are magic but please be careful when driving

Answer 10

It will be as if you are driving to Scotland or to Wales.  No requirements needed.  I do hope you enjoy your visit.

Answer 11

should be  no problem

just remeber signs are in kilometres not miles

and dont even attempt using your mobile while in your car you'll be arrested

Answer 12

Your licence should be an EU licence Ireland is in the EU!

Answer 13

Your UK full driving licence will be ok here if you are only here on holidays. Nothing special is required for driving in the republic of Ireland. The international driving licence is not required here for short periods of time here.

Speed limits are in km/h and points can now transfer cross channel.

Motorways--120km (75mph)

National roads--100km (60mph)

B roads--80km (50mph)

others are 60km (40mph)

50km (30mph)

The triangle is only used for a breakdown and if you are coming for a short length of time well hopefully that won't happen.

But above all you really don't have much to worry about and I hope you enjoy your trip over here.