Northern Ireland is easy to get to, easy to
get around. Excellent fast ferry links to England and Scotland, 3 airports
with frequent, low-cost flights throughout the UK and beyond, plus good roads,
buses and trains to take you where you want to go
Ferries to/from Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland
DUBLIN - Holyhead, Liverpool
DUN LOAGHAIRE - Holyhead
ROSSLARE - Fishguard, Pembroke
LARNE - Fleetwood, Troon
BELFAST - Troon, Stranrear
Travel from England via Fleetwood or Liverpool
Travel from Scotland via Troon, Stranrear
Travel from Wales via Holyhead, Fishguard or Pembroke
Passports
If you are a UK National, you will not need a passport when travelling to
Northern Ireland, from England, Wales or Scotland. However, photographic ID is
required, so it's a good idea to take your passport anyway!
If you are not a UK National, on an International Flight or Crossing, you
will need a passport or national identity card. From Europe a Visa is not
normally required. Check with your travel operator BEFORE you travel. Further
information available from the British Embassy in your country of origin.
Currency
Currency in Northern Ireland is £ UK pounds Sterling. Although you can use
Euro in many shops.
Medical Treatment
UK nationals require no documentation and will receive treatment as they
would at home. Visitors travelling from the EU should obtain an E111 form from
the post office prior to departure. Visitors from all non-EU countries should
take out private medical insurance before leaving home.
Best time to visit
Between April and October.
How safe is it?
Northern Ireland has the lowest crime rate in Europe.
Motorcycle Insurance
If you are travelling from England, Scotland, Wales or Republic of Ireland.
You will not need additional vehicle insurance.
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