Travelling to Ireland from a location that is on the COVID-19 Green List

If you are travelling to Ireland from a location that is on the COVID-19 Green List, here’s what you need to know.

You are required to fill out the online COVID-19 Passenger Locator Form before you arrive. Failure to complete the form could result in the issuing of penalties, including a fine not exceeding €2,500 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months.

While you are in Ireland you are required to follow the public health advice as listed below.

You should:

• wash your hands regularly and thoroughly - especially after you have been out and about or in and out of other people's homes or businesses
• observe good cough and sneeze etiquette
• maintain social distancing - keep 2 metres apart from people
• avoid crowded places as much as possible - leave a location if social distancing becomes difficult
• wear a face covering if you are using public transport. This is the law - you may be fined or refused entry if you don't wear one
• only use public transport for essential journeys - walk or cycle instead, if you can
• wear a face covering if you are in a public place like in shops or in shopping centres. This is the law.
• work from home if possible - if you cannot work from home, keep 2 metres apart from other people
• wear a face covering when visiting people aged 70 or over, or other vulnerable people - be sure to practice social distancing for their safety

All travellers should be aware of the symptoms of COVID-19.

The common symptoms are:

• a fever (high temperature - 38 degrees Celsius or above)
• a cough - this can be any kind of cough, not just dry
• shortness of breath or breathing difficulties
• loss or change to your sense of smell or taste

If you have symptoms, self-isolate and contact your GP or HSE Live on 1850 24 1850 immediately.