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Ireland: sanctions and trade risk
As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 7 companies, organisations, vessels and aircraft linked to Ireland.Lists last checked .
Logistics profile: ports, airports, customs, documents, holidays, news ↓
No elevated country indicator for Ireland in the route rules Sanctioni uses. That is not a clearance: goods may still be export-controlled, and parties in Ireland may still be on a list.
On the sanctions lists
7 entries on the official lists name Ireland — as nationality, address, registration or flag. That links them to the country; it says nothing about other companies there. The same company can appear on several lists and is then counted once per list. Individuals are not included — Sanctioni does not process them.
| List | Entries | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US OFAC — Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) | 7 | 7 | — | — |
Latest changes
No new listings or removals naming Ireland recorded yet.
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Logistics profile
Ireland: logistics and trade
EU member / Pharma export hub / Atlantic gateway
Ireland (ISO code IE) lies in north-western Europe, occupying most of the island of Ireland, with a land border to Northern Ireland (UK) and coastlines on the Atlantic Ocean and the Irish Sea. It is a parliamentary republic and a member of the European Union and the eurozone. The economy is highly open and export-driven, led by pharmaceuticals, medical devices, machinery, chemicals, electronics and agri-food, while the country depends on imports for energy, raw materials and consumer goods. Strategic ports such as Dublin and Cork, together with the airports of Dublin, Shannon and Cork, anchor its logistics role. Since Brexit, direct ferry links from Rosslare and Dublin to continental Europe have grown strongly, reducing reliance on the UK land bridge, while the Windsor Framework governs trade with Northern Ireland. The currency is the euro (EUR).
- Capital
- Dublin
- Population
- 5,458,600
- Area
- 70,273 km²
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Continent
- Europe
- Region
- Western Europe
- Economic area
- EU / Eurozone
- Religions
- Catholicism, Anglicanism, Islam, Presbyterianism
- Access to the sea
- Yes
Transport modes Sea · Road · Air · Rail
- Current situation
- Fuel price protests temporarily blocked Dublin and port access roads in April 2026; since then no nationwide disruption verified. Direct routes Ireland–EU mainland (Rosslare–Cherbourg/Dunkirk) continue to grow; the UK landbridge is losing importance; the Windsor Framework governs trade with Northern Ireland. (As of 2026-07-19)
- Seasonal conditions
- Atlantic lows and winter storms can disrupt ferry and port operations; changeable all year, no extreme climate.
Main seaports
- Dublin
Dublin (IE MTL): Ireland's largest freight and passenger port, ~51% of seaborne trade, 71% Lo/Lo containers and 80% Ro/Ro. Terminals, customs, hinterland, alternatives.
- Cork
Cork (IE ORK): Ireland's deepest container terminal at Ringaskiddy, plus Tivoli for oil, ore and RoRo. EU customs, road and rail hinterland links.
- Rosslare
Rosslare Europort (IE ROE): Ireland's RoRo/ferry port, 90+ calls/week, direct routes to Wales and the Continent. Deepsea containers via Dublin or Cork.
- Foynes
Foynes (IE FOV): Ireland's largest bulk port for dry, liquid and break-bulk, not containers. Aughinish alumina nearby. Route containers via Dublin or Cork.
- Waterford
Waterford (IE WAT): the southeast's only deep-water port at Belview. 2.95M tonnes and 12,400 TEU in 2024 — containers, dry bulk and pharma cargo.
- Galway
Galway (IE GWY): Irish tidal dock port for bulk and breakbulk – petroleum, bitumen, steel, scrap. No container line; alternatives Dublin and Cork.
Main cargo airports
- Dublin AirportDUB
Dublin Airport (DUB/EIDW): Ireland's leading air cargo gateway, home to IAG Cargo's largest hub outside Heathrow and DHL Express, linking Ireland to the UK and Europe.
- Shannon AirportSNN
Shannon Airport (SNN): Ireland's longest runway, heavy-lift and freighter stops, Turkish Cargo US route, US preclearance, 16,752 t of cargo in 2023.
- Cork AirportORK
Cork Airport (ORK/EICK): record 3.46m passengers in 2025, Swissport cargo terminal with Pharma Center (GDP), perishables. Freighters via Dublin (DUB) or Shannon.
Road corridors
- M1 Dublin-Belfast
- M7/M8 Dublin-Limerick/Cork
- N25 Cork-Rosslare
Rail corridors
- Dublin-Cork
- Dublin-Belfast (Enterprise)
Main trade lanes
- IE-GB
- IE-US
- IE-EU mainland (Rosslare/Dublin)
- IE-DE
Customs and import
Customs authority Revenue (Office of the Revenue Commissioners)Official website ↗
- Import customs system
- EU Customs Code (UCC); national electronic import clearance via AIS (Automated Import System, since Nov 2020); EORI number mandatory, declarations via certified software.
- Export customs system
- AES (Automated Export System, since 21.3.2023) for exports to third countries; EORI number mandatory, electronic declaration.
- Import VAT
- Standard rate 23 per cent on customs value plus duty; reduced rates 13,5 / 9 / 4,8 / 0 per cent depending on type of goods (catering/hospitality since 1.7.2026 9 per cent). (As of 2026)
- Proofs of origin and trade agreements
- EU free trade agreements; preference proof via EUR.1, origin declaration or REX (registered exporters).
- Restricted and prohibited goods
- EU prohibitions/restrictions: weapons, drug precursors, SPS-regulated foods/animals, CITES species, dual-use goods.
Typical import documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Transport document (B/L, AWB, CMR)
- EORI number
- AIS import declaration
- Proof of origin for preference
Typical export documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- AES export declaration
- EORI number
- Proof of origin (EUR.1/REX)
- Dual-use licence if applicable
Logistics conditions
- Customs complexity
- Medium
- Customs delays
- Low to medium
- Port congestion
- Medium
- Dangerous goods relevance
- Medium
- Pharma and cold chain relevance
- High
- E-commerce relevance
- High
Trade
Top import partners
Top export partners
Top import goods
- Machinery
- Vehicles
- Pharmaceuticals
- Electronics
- Chemicals
Top export goods
- Pharmaceuticals
- Machinery
- Chemicals
- Food
- Electronics
Typical cargo
- Pharmaceuticals
- Medical devices
- Machinery
- Chemicals
- Agricultural/food products
- Electronics
Upcoming public holidays
- Christmas DayFri, 25 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
- St Stephen's DaySat, 26 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
- New Year's DayFri, 1 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
- St Brigid's DayMon, 1 Feb 2027 · businesses closed
- St Patrick's DayWed, 17 Mar 2027 · businesses closed
- Easter MondayMon, 29 Mar 2027 · businesses closed
- May Bank HolidayMon, 3 May 2027 · businesses closed
- June Bank HolidayMon, 7 Jun 2027 · businesses closed
Latest logistics news
- High Diesel Prices: IRU Calls for Targeted Support for Transport Operators2 Nov 2026
The IRU demands relief measures due to high diesel prices. An association's demand does not yet replace a government decision on state aid.
- EU Parliament Wants to Relieve Small Businesses of Packaging Representative Obligations28 Oct 2026
The EU Parliament wants to relieve certain small companies of the authorized representative requirement. The position is not yet a valid exception.
- EU Parliament Approves New Limits for Truck Toll Discounts14 Oct 2026
The EU Parliament approves new rules for truck toll discounts. Fleets should factor in the threshold as of July 2031 in long-term billing.
- ERTMS (European Rail Traffic Management System) Becomes a Billion-Euro Project: EU Names Up to €85 Billion12 Oct 2026
ERTMS is intended to standardize European rail transport. To date, only around 10 percent of the TEN-T network has been equipped. Further expansion will be costly.
- EU Customs Reform in Effect: What Freight Forwarders Really Need to Know7 Oct 2026
The EU customs reform has been decided and is now in force. For freight forwarders, not everything will change immediately, but customs clearance will gradually become more centralized and data-driven.
Logistics questions
What is the import VAT rate in Ireland?
The standard rate is 23 per cent on the customs value plus duty. Depending on the type of goods, reduced rates of 13,5, 9, 4,8 or 0 per cent apply (e.g. certain foods, books, medicines). As of 2026.
Which customs system does Ireland use?
The Revenue Commissioners operate the Automated Import System (AIS) for imports and the Automated Export System (AES) for exports. Declarations are submitted electronically via certified software; an EORI number is mandatory.
Are customs declarations required for trade with Great Britain after Brexit?
Yes. Great Britain is a third country; imports and exports require full customs declarations. Trade with Northern Ireland is governed by the Windsor Framework.
What are Ireland's main ports?
Dublin Port is the largest port and handles around half of port traffic, followed by Cork. Rosslare Europort is central to direct routes to the EU mainland, as well as Shannon Foynes and Waterford.
How is Ireland treated for customs purposes?
Ireland is an EU member and part of the EU customs union and the single market. Trade with other EU states is duty-free; toward third countries the common EU customs tariff applies.
Are there export controls for dual-use goods?
Yes. The EU Dual-Use Regulation (EU) 2021/821 and, nationally, the Control of Exports Act 2023 apply. The competent authority is the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE).
What role does Ireland play in pharmaceutical logistics?
Ireland is one of the world's largest pharmaceutical export locations. Temperature-controlled supply chains (cold chain) and air freight via Dublin are therefore very important.
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