Ireland: Authorities maintain domestic COVID-19 restrictions as of Nov. 11 /update 48

Ireland maintaining domestic COVID-19 restrictions as of Nov. 11; post-arrival quarantine requirement lifted

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Authorities in Ireland are maintaining domestic measures imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 as of Nov. 11; the requirement for post-arrival isolation was previously dropped for all travelers.

International Entry Restrictions
Travelers from all countries must possess proof of vaccination against COVID-19, recovery from COVID-19, or a negative PCR test taken in the 72 hours before arrival to enter. Travelers arriving without any of these requirements may be placed in a government-designated quarantine facility until a negative PCR result is confirmed. Irish authorities accept the EU Digital COVID Certificate as evidence of vaccination, recovery, or negative test.

All permitted arrivals must fill out a passenger locator form before travel; travelers arriving from Northern Ireland who have not visited other countries in the preceding 14 days are exempt from this requirement and testing and isolation requirements. Additional exemptions to testing and quarantine requirements are in place for certain categories of essential work and travel.

Domestic Restrictions
Businesses and services are permitted to operate, though evidence of vaccination or recovery is required to access indoor hospitality and events. There is no limit on social gatherings involving only people who have been fully vaccinated or who have recovered from COVID-19 in the previous nine months. Facemasks remain mandatory in enclosed public spaces.

Authorities could reintroduce, extend, or otherwise amend restrictions with little-to-no notice, depending on disease activity.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Reconsider and reconfirm nonemergency health appointments.