Flying to Dublin from the UK? Unless you already have some euros, you’ll need to find an ATM when you land.
The airport is often a convenient place to withdraw cash, especially if you need cash to pay for onward travel.
In this guide, we’ll show you where to find ATMs in Dublin Airport, along with important info and tips on fees and exchange rates.
Where do I find an ATM at Dublin Airport?
ATMs are available in both Terminal 1 and 2. You’ll find them in the Departures area, Arrivals and Baggage Hall of Terminal 1, and both Airside and in the Baggage Hall of Terminal 2.1
The airport has an interactive map you can use to locate your nearest one. ATMs are provided by ICE Currency Exchange.1
You can also search for your nearest cash machine with these global ATM locators:
What are ATMs called in Ireland?
The Irish Gaelic transaction for ATM is uathmheaisín bainc or meaisín bainc. However, you’ll generally see ATMs simply marked as ATMs in Ireland. Other commonly used terms may include cash point or cash machine, just like in the UK.
Are there max cash withdrawal limits in ATMs at Dublin airport?
ATMs at Dublin Airport generally don’t have limits for how much you can withdraw at once. However, your bank or card provider may have its own withdrawal limits.
Most UK banks set withdrawal limits for how much you can withdraw a day, week or month (or in a single transaction).
Crucially, many banks have separate limits for spending and withdrawing cash overseas. To find out your limits, check the terms and conditions for your account or card - or contact your bank before you travel.
What fees do airport ATMs in Dublin charge?
ATMs in Ireland that are operated by banks generally don’t charge any fees.
However, the only ATMs at Dublin Airport are run by ICE Currency Exchange, which is a foreign exchange company.
The good news is that these generally don’t charge fees.2 You’ll just need to make sure you withdraw in the local currency to avoid an exchange rate rip-off. We’ll look at that in more detail next.
Tips for avoiding ATM fees in Dublin Airport
We’ve listed our top tips for avoiding airport ATM fees below:
Always choose to be charged in the local currency
Some ATMs may offer you a ‘service’ of being charged in your local currency (i.e. GBP). It’s always best to decline this option, as this gives the ATM permission to give you an arbitrary (generally much more unfavourable) exchange rate for your withdrawal.
Being charged in the local currency instead helps you avoid hidden ATM rip-offs by giving you the best possible exchange rate.
Check out our currency converter below.
Check whether your home bank has an overseas ATM network
If your UK bank has ATMs in Dublin, or partners with banks there, you may be able to benefit from low or no fees on ATM withdrawals. It’s always worth finding out before you travel.
Look for fee-free ATMs
The ATMs in Dublin Airport shouldn’t charge any fees, but it’s always worth checking before using one.
If you can’t find a fee-free option, it could be worth waiting until you travel to Dublin city centre where there will be lots of free bank ATMs to choose from.
Choose the right fee-free card
Some UK banks don’t charge fees for spending and withdrawing cash in other countries. If yours does have fees and you’re a frequent traveller, it may be worth switching banks so you can benefit from a fee-free card.
Another important tip - never use a credit card to make ATM withdrawals. Paying with a credit card is usually a lot more expensive than using a debit card, as additional fees are charged for cash transactions.
Plus, interest will likely start accruing right away, so you won’t benefit from your usual interest-free period if it applies.
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And when you need cash, you can use it to withdraw up to £200 a month (max. 2 withdrawals) fee-free. You’ll just need to check whether the ATM operator charges its own fees. Wise only ever charges small, transparent fees for currency conversion, and it’s fee-free if you already have the currency in your Wise account*.
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ATMs in Dublin airport FAQs
Still have questions about withdrawing cash when you land in Dublin? Read on, as we’ve tackled some of the most commonly asked questions below.
Should I use Dublin airport ATMs?
You should be fine to use Dublin Airport ATMs to withdraw cash.
Though, generally speaking, airport ATMs don’t always represent the best value - they usually have fees and poor exchange rates.
But at Dublin Airport, you shouldn’t have to pay a fee to withdraw cash. And if you withdraw in euros (rejecting the offer of currency conversion), you can avoid poor exchange rates too.
Can I exchange cash at Dublin Airport?
Yes, ICE Currency Exchange also offers Bureau de Change services at Dublin Airport, as well as ATMs. However, you’ll just need to check that you’re not paying higher commission fees and getting poor rates in return for the convenient location.
Can I use a UK debit card in Ireland?
Yes, UK debit cards are accepted all over Ireland. You can use them in shops, bars, restaurants and transport hubs, wherever Visa and Mastercard is accepted.
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Sources last checked on date: 12-06-2024
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