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Ireland: plug type, voltage, driving side and emergency number
Quick travel facts for Ireland (capital: Dublin): which plug and voltage to pack for, which side of the road traffic uses, who to call in an emergency, and the calling code, currency and time zone. Data checked 2026-10-27.
Quick answers
What plug type does Ireland use?
Ireland uses type G plugs and sockets. Type G is three rectangular pins in a triangle. All plug types by country.
What voltage does Ireland use?
Ireland uses a mains supply of about 230 V at 50 Hz. Voltage and frequency by country.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Ireland?
In Ireland, traffic drives on the left. Driving side by country.
What is the emergency number in Ireland?
The emergency number in Ireland is 112, for police, ambulance and fire. Other numbers may also work locally; we show only numbers that both of our sources list. Emergency numbers by country.
What is the calling code for Ireland?
The international calling code for Ireland is +353. Dial it after your international access prefix, or type + at the start on a mobile phone. Calling codes by country.
What currency does Ireland use?
The official currency of Ireland is the euro (EUR). Currency by country.
Do you tip in Ireland?
Optional. Some people tip in restaurants and for food deliveries, often by letting the change be kept. Summary of Wikipedia’s “List of tipping customs by country”; customs vary by venue. Tipping by country.
What are the official languages of Ireland?
The official languages of Ireland are English and Irish.
What time zone is Ireland in?
Ireland uses UTC+00:00 as its standard time. Clocks change for daylight saving time in at least part of the country. Time zones by country.
Ireland travel facts at a glance
| Plug types | Type G |
|---|---|
| Voltage and frequency | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Driving side | Drives on the left (left-hand traffic) |
| Emergency numbers | 112 (police, ambulance, fire) Other numbers may also work; only numbers both sources list are shown. |
| International dialling code | +353 |
| Currency | Euro (EUR, €) |
| Tipping | Optional. Some people tip in restaurants and for food deliveries, often by letting the change be kept. |
| Official languages | English, Irish |
| Time zone(s) | UTC+00:00 (standard time) |
| Daylight saving | Clocks change in at least part of the country |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a travel adapter for Ireland?
You need one if your devices have plugs that do not fit type G sockets. A travel adapter only changes the shape of the plug; it does not change the voltage.
Do I need a voltage converter for Ireland?
Most phone, laptop and camera chargers accept 100 to 240 V, so a plug adapter is usually enough: check the small print on the charger. Devices rated for 110 to 120 V only, such as some hair dryers and kitchen appliances from North America, need a converter or should not be used.
Is this travel information official?
No. GeoKnow is an independent site. The facts come from public datasets and are shown only where at least two sources agree. Always check official government travel advice before you go.
When was this checked?
The data was checked on 2026-10-27. Plugs, emergency numbers and currencies can change, so confirm important details before travelling.
Check before you travel
Data checked 2026-10-27. These facts are compiled from public datasets and are shown only where at least two independent sources agree. GeoKnow is an independent site and is not an official source: rules, plugs, emergency numbers and currencies can change. Before you go, confirm anything important with your government’s travel advice, the destination’s embassy, your airline, hotel or phone provider. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.
More about Ireland
See the main Ireland country page for the capital, population, land neighbours and outline map. Learn it, then test yourself: Capital Hunt (the capital of Ireland is Dublin), Outline, Guess the Flag, Neighbour Rush and Border Run, or browse all geography games.
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Sources: Plugs, voltage and frequency: Wikipedia “Mains electricity by country” and worldstandards.eu. Driving side: Wikipedia “Left- and right-hand traffic” and Wikidata. Emergency numbers: Wikipedia “List of emergency telephone numbers” and Wikidata. Calling codes: Wikipedia “List of telephone country codes”, Wikidata and REST Countries. Currency: REST Countries and Wikidata. Languages: REST Countries and Wikidata. Time zones: the IANA time zone database, cross-checked against Wikipedia or Wikidata. Tipping: Wikipedia “List of tipping customs by country” (single source, community edited).