Travel Guide From Ireland to London

Part I : Visa and Transportation to London

Are you travelling to London from Ireland? There is no denying that it is a thrilling choice. The constant buzz and entertainment that surrounds London, there is no

end to the excitement this city holds for an eager Irish visitor.

But, in a city as lively and entertaining as London, it is not hard to be blinded by lights. Travelling to a new city or country has its own challenges. There will be ups and downs, and that’s where this ‘Practical Guide for Irish People’ comes in. This is an ultimate guide for someone planning a trip to London from Ireland. It will give

you a breakdown of how to plan your travel, flight details, visa requirements, accommodation, food, shopping, festivals, and everything that is essential for a

traveller.

Travel Advice

• Before You Go• Embassy Information• How to Travel From Ireland to London

Before You Go

Ireland and United Kingdom come under Common Travel Area, where you can travel by road without any ID. For travel by air or sea, you need to carry only Photographic ID with you. As a member state in the European Union, Ireland and its citizens enjoy following rights:

• Right to Free MovementTake advantage of this right, as European Union (EU) citizens can move freely or live in another EU country. You can travel regularly to other EU countries as a tourist or for business, without many checks. Fast-track checks at borders help you to travel smoothly within the European Union territory.

• Preparing to TravelTravelling from Ireland to London is easy, as it does not require lot of documents and preparation. National ID card or passport of Ireland is all you need to travel to London from your country. You do not need to have a passport with validity of at least 3 months. If your travel document or passport is valid, you are in clear. As an EU citizen and a native of Ireland, you do not need an entry visa to visit London. But, as required by national authorities, you may need to prove your identity for security reasons anytime. So, make sure you always have your identity document with you while travelling to London.

Documents Required For Boarding a Flight• If you have a valid Irish passport or identity card, you can easily board intra-

European flights. As per the internal rules of respective carrier, other identity documents may be accepted too.

Documents Required to Travel from Ireland to London• Citizens of Ireland, travelling to London must carry a photo identification, which

includes:• Valid passport• National ID card/government issued photo ID cards• Driver's licence with photo• International student card• Work ID with photo• Bus pass with photo• Health insurance card with photo

Note: For travelling between Ireland and UK with photo identification other than passport, you must be born and be a citizen of either country.

Right of ResidenceAs an EU citizen, if you have a valid passport or ID card, you have the right to reside on the territory of host EU country for up to 3 months without any conditions or formalities. It does not matter, if you have come for work, study, or as a tourist, a valid passport, or identity card is all you need to live in the host country. For more details about your travel from Ireland to London, please go through the guide to your rights as an EU citizen.

What if You Want to Stay For More Than Three Months in London?• As an Irish traveller, student, or a worker, you may want to live longer than 3 months in London. Therefore,

your right to reside longer than three months is subject to following conditions:

Documents RequiredIf you want to stay longer than 3 months in London, you may be required to show the following documents to national authorities:

• Passport or Identity Card – Make sure you always have a valid ID or passport while travelling to the capital. In addition to this, you may be required to produce proof that complies with right of residence for your category, such as a student or a worker.

• Self-employed – Produce proof that complies with your self-employment.• For Students – As a student coming to London, you must produce proof of enrolment at an accredited

establishment, proof of sickness insurance cover, and a declaration that you are not a burden on social assistance system of host EU country.

• For Workers – You must present a certificate of employment or a confirmation of engagement from your employer.

Note: All these documents and proofs are only required if you want to stay in London for more than three months.

Embassy Information

British Embassy in Dublin, Ireland

Address: 29 Merrion Road Ballsbridge Dublin 4 Ireland

Telephone: +353 (1) 205 3700 Fax: +353 (1) 205 3885

Website: http://www.britishembassy.ie

E-mail: consular.dubli@fco.gov.ukTimings: Mon-Thur

9am-12.45 pm 2pm-5.15 pm

Friday: 9 am – 12.45 pm2 pm – 5.15 pm

Embassy of Ireland in London, UK

Address: 17 Grosvenor Place, London SW1X 7HR

Telephone: 020 – 7235 2171Fax: 020 – 7201 2515

Website: http://www.embassyofireland.co.uk/

Timings: Monday – Friday: 9.30 am – 5 pm

How to Travel From Ireland to LondonLondon is served by four major international airports, namely City, Gatwick, Heathrow, and Stansted. If you are travelling from Dublin, Ireland to London, then book flights to any of these airports.

Flights from Ireland to Heathrow AirportLocated 20 miles away from Central London, Heathrow is one of the most modern airports in the capital. It stays busy throughout the year, handling top international flights and carriers. From Ireland, you can easily take a flight until Heathrow to explore London. This international airport is connected to Ireland through these flights:

• Aer Lingus – From Dublin, Shannon, Cork, and Kerry• British Airways – From Dublin• Lufthansa – From Knock

Flights from Ireland to Stansted AirportThird busiest airport in UK, Standsted lies to the northeast of London. It is the base for several low-cost European carriers that connect London with EU countries. From Ireland, you can take this flight to Stansted:

• Ryanair – From Shannon, Cork, Dublin, Knock, and Kerry

Flights from Ireland to London City AirportAs the closest airport to Central London, it is most preferred by travellers coming to the capital. London City is just 6 miles to east Central London, giving quick access to visitors. This international airport is well connected to Ireland through these flight carriers:

• Air France – From Dublin• KLM – From Dublin and Cork• Aer Lingus – From Kerry

Flights from Ireland to Gatwick Airport• Second largest after Heathrow, Gatwick Airport is situated to the south of Central London. It

is highly advanced and second busiest international airport, catering to over 34 million passengers in 2012. Ireland is connected to Gatwick Airport through these flights:

• Aer Lingus – From Dublin, Kerry, and Knock• Ryanair – From Shannon, Cork, and Dublin

There are several cheap flights available from Ireland to London. To compare prices and book the best one online, click here.

Ferry ConnectionsLondon is easy to access by road from major England ports. The main city is located just few hours drive from major Ferry Ports, such as Harwich, Dover, Newhaven, Ramsgate, and Folkestone. Regular ferries between Ireland and London are available from Dublin-Holyhead and Dun Laoghaire-Holyhead. These ferry routes have high-speed vessels along with normal ferry services too.

Stena Line and Irish Ferries operate regular ferry services from Dublin Ferry Port to England’s key Ferry Ports. Book your ferry online on their websites to travel to and from Ireland. The ferry journey from Dublin takes around two hours in high-speed vessels, while on traditional ferries, it can take a little more than three hours.

Note: All ferries on this route provide essential facilities to cater to their disabled travellers. Contact individual companies and operators for more details.

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