General Information
Ireland has an extensive road system due to the large rural population that exists. As you travel in Ireland, you are surrounded by breathtaking scenery, peaceful countryside and many destinations to explore. Most sights and attractions are a short distance from wherever you are because of the small size of this island nation. Remember, in Ireland, traffic travels on the left hand side of the road.

Requirements
To rent a car, you must be at least 21 years old (age may vary by car category) and have held your license for 2 years. Drivers age 23 and under and over the age of 70 may incur an additional fee locally. There is a maximum age of 75 for rental. Seat belts are mandatory. Child seats are mandatory for children up to age 3.

Speed Limits
Speed limits in Ireland are as follows: City 30mph/45kph Open Roads 60mph/95kph Highways 70mph/110kph

Rules of the Road
Traffic travels on the left and passing is on the right. You should turn left when entering a traffic circle. The pedals on manual transmission cars are in the same order as manual transmission cars in the United States.

Gas
Most gas stations are open from 7am to 7pm. There are stations open 24 hours in some major cities.

Tolls
In Ireland the following require you to pay a toll: M1, M4, East Link Bridge and West Link Bridge. Toll amounts are dependent on the vehicle category and can range from $2-$12 USD.

Parking
Most cities have meters or ‘pay and display parking. You will need to buy a ticket for a specific amount of time and display it on your windshield. Parking where there is a double yellow line is prohibited.

General Information
Car rental insurance varies widely, so please review the information below prior to making your reservation. Regulations of the country where you rent the car will be in effect for the duration of your rental. Ireland has a strict insurance coverage policy and will not accept certain credit cards for insurance purposes.

All our car rental rates include fire and third party liability insurance. Our inclusive rates also provide collision and theft coverage at an advance purchase discount. You may elect to decline collision and theft coverage. If you plan to take advantage of coverage offered by your credit card, please contact your card issuer directly for details. Specific insurance information for your reservation will be printed on your confirmation voucher.

The following guidelines apply to rentals commencing in Ireland.

Required Coverage
Fire and third party liability insurance is mandatory and is included in all rentals. Third party liability insurance offers unlimited coverage in case of death or injury to people outside rental car and covers up to US$1,560,000 for damage to property outside of the rental car.

Optional Coverage
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and theft protection are included in our inclusive rates at a discount. CDW, if purchased at the rental counter, costs approximately US$15 - US$50 per day. Theft protection, if purchased at the rental counter, costs approximately US$5 - US$8 per day. CDW and theft protection reduces the deductible (responsibility of the client) to US$1100 - US$2735, depending on the vehicle type. Super CDW may be offered locally to reduce the deductible. Optional insurance coverage is available with select suppliers only, rates subject to change without notice.

General Information
Most car categories can be driven anywhere in Ireland and Northern Ireland without restriction. Due to insurance regulations, there are restrictions on luxury car categories and on travel in certain countries. Please take a minute to ensure that your intended itinerary will be possible with the car you plan to rent.

Restricted Countries
Cars rented in the Republic of Ireland can be taken to Northern Ireland free of charge as long as the renter does not hold a Northern Ireland drivers license. Cars rented in Ireland can travel to the United Kingdom for an additional fee, but cannot be taken to the European continent.

One-Way Rentals
Domestic one-way rentals are unrestricted and typically free of charge, exceptions do apply. The only international one-way rental available is to Belfast, Northern Ireland. Additional fees may apply and not all vehicles are available.

United States Embassy in Ireland
42 Elgin Road
Dublin 4
Phone: (+353) 01-668-8777
Fax: (+353) 01-668-9946
Dial 01 for calls to Dublin from outside the city. Drop the zero if calling from overseas.