Should I bring U.S. dollars to Ireland?
Should I bring U.S. dollars to Ireland? You can't use dollars in Ireland so we advise paying for your vacation using a mix of cash withdrawals and card payments. The Republic of Ireland uses euros (€) and Northern Ireland uses pounds (£). For Ireland tours visiting Northern Ireland, you'll need a small amount of pounds alongside euros.
Do taxis in Ireland take credit cards?
How do I pay for a taxi in Ireland? Taxis in Ireland must accept credit and debit card payments (for example Visa, Mastercard, American Express) as well as cash. You can choose how you want to pay. Taxi drivers cannot add a surcharge on any card payments.
Do credit cards automatically convert currency?
Yes, credit card companies automatically convert foreign currencies to the domestic currency using their exchange rate.
Should you convert money before Travelling?
When you are traveling to another country, you can exchange some of your money before you leave home. Doing so gives you time to shop around for the best rate. Plus, when you arrive, you won't have to immediately find a bank or currency exchange.
Is Ireland cheap or expensive?
At a country level, the cost of living in Ireland, including housing, is only 10% lower than the cost of living in the USA. However, the United States has many cities that are cheaper to live in than similar cities in Ireland.
What is not allowed in Dublin Airport?
Stunning Devices and Incapacitating Devices Stun guns, tasers, animal killers, incapacitating chemicals. Gases or sprays (e.g. mace), pepper sprays, tear gas and animal repellent spray.
How much euros should I bring for 1 week?
This is so entirely dependent on your own travel preferences that it's tough to estimate but we recommend putting aside roughly €700 to €1700 for spending money for one week in Europe.