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Ireland

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9 hours behind Korea

Northern Ireland in the island’s north-east belongs to the UK; the rest is the Republic. The currency is the euro, but traffic drives on the left and plugs are the British type G.

CapitalDublin
LanguagesEnglish, Irish
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
Standard timeUTC+0 · Observes daylight saving
Dialling code+353
Voltage230V / 50Hz
Plug typeG
Driving sideLeft-hand traffic
Emergency112 or 999
Domain.ie

Entry & visa

Ireland is outside Schengen and applies its own rules. Ninety days visa-free has applied for tourism — confirm before travelling.

Worth knowing

Cross into Northern Ireland and the currency becomes sterling. There is no border post, so people often only notice at the till.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Ireland and Korea?

9 hours behind Korea (UTC+0). Observes daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Ireland?

Voltage 230V / 50Hz, Plug type G.

Q. Do I need a visa for Ireland?

Ireland is outside Schengen and applies its own rules. Ninety days visa-free has applied for tourism — confirm before travelling.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.