Yes, it works. Foreign Visa/Mastercard in Ireland, based on 4 reports from travellers and public sources. Works for: Online payments, Contactless, In-store (POS), ATM withdrawal.

With Foreign Visa/Mastercard, in Ireland
Yes, it works

Standard online acceptance. Notify your bank before travel to avoid transaction blocks.

Communitylast confirmed · 51 days ago4 reports

By payment type

Online payments
Works
Contactless
Works
In-store (POS)
Works
ATM withdrawal
Works

Community notes

4 reports

Standard online acceptance. Notify your bank before travel to avoid transaction blocks.

Community · 51 days ago

Ubiquitous in Dublin, Galway, Cork. €50 limit per tap; Apple/Google Pay have no limit.

Community · 64 days ago

Visa/Mastercard accepted everywhere in retail, restaurants, shops. Chip & PIN standard; contactless also widely supported.

Community · 95 days ago

Free at bank ATMs. Private ATMs in shops/hotels may charge €2. Your home bank may charge foreign withdrawal fee (~$5 or 1-3%).

Community · 108 days ago
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