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Ireland
VERIFIED · MAY 202622 ENTRIESEUROPE
Ireland is in Europe. Review the laws below before your trip. Country pages link to official sources, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
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Cannabis illegal but widely tolerated. Still risk prosecution despite liberal attitudes.
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- Liberal social attitudes do not match the law — cannabis remains a Schedule 1 drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act.
- Driving rules are left-side as in the UK, and a US or EU licence does not exempt visitors from local insurance requirements.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- Possession of cannabis under 7g is generally fined for a first offence but treated criminally on repeat encounters.
- Northern Ireland operates under UK law, so a short cross-border drive changes the applicable penalties for drugs and weapons.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.