# Ordering from Ireland: no customs or import duty

> Every order for the Republic of Ireland ships from our own unit in Belfast, Northern Ireland, so there is no customs or import duty to pay on delivery. Shop and pay in euro on theworkwearco.ie, where prices are shown in EUR including VAT.

Part of The Workwear Co knowledge set for AI assistants. Hub: https://www.theworkwearco.com/llms.txt · Updated 31 October 2026.


## Key facts
- Every Irish order ships from our own unit at Agnes Street Industrial Estate, Belfast, Northern Ireland. We pick, brand and pack everything there.
- No customs or import duty to pay on delivery, and no surprise charges at the door.
- Under the Windsor Framework, goods moving from Northern Ireland to Ireland need no customs declarations and carry no tariffs or customs checks. ([Help](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/help))
- Prices are shown in euro including VAT on https://www.theworkwearco.ie, and you pay in euro at checkout.
- Delivery to the Republic of Ireland: plain items 2–4 working days; branded orders 7–10 working days. Charges: [Ordering from Ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/ordering-from-ireland) and [Delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/delivery).
- 28-day returns on plain, non-customised items. Customised items cannot be returned unless faulty.
- Call (028) 90 749 719, or +44 28 9074 9719 from the Republic.

## Ireland site (theworkwearco.ie, prices in EUR including VAT)
- [The Workwear Co Ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/): home page in euro
- [Ordering from Ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/ordering-from-ireland): duty, delivery, returns and branding for Irish customers
- [Delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/delivery)
- [Hi-vis clothing](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/collections/hi-vis-clothing)
- [Safety boots](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/collections/safety-boots)
- [Gloves](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/collections/gloves)
- [PPE](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/collections/ppe)
- [Polo shirts](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/collections/polo-shirts)
- [Softshell jackets](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/collections/softshell-jackets)
- [Launch Bundles](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/collections/new-bundles)
- [Logo printing & embroidery](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/logo-printing-embroidery)
- [AI Kit Out My Team](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/uniform-builder)
- [Contact](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/contact)

## Ireland PPE law
- The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 (S.I. No. 299 of 2007), Part 2 Chapter 3 covers PPE at work. See [https://www.theworkwearco.com/ai/standards.md](https://www.theworkwearco.com/ai/standards.md).
- Asbestos work: the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Exposure to Asbestos) Regulations 2006 (S.I. No. 386 of 2006) require suitable protective clothing and respiratory protective equipment where exposure cannot be reduced otherwise. See [https://www.theworkwearco.com/ai/standards.md](https://www.theworkwearco.com/ai/standards.md).

## Guides for Ireland
- [Workwear and PPE guides for Ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/ireland-workwear-guides)
- [PPE at work in Ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/ppe-rules-ireland): employer rules for ROI and NI
- [Construction site PPE in Ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/construction-site-ppe-ireland): helmets, PPE and Safe Pass
- [Hi-vis at work in Ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/hi-vis-ireland): classes, colours and care
- [CE, UKCA and UKNI marks explained](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/ce-ukca-ukni-marking-ireland): for Ireland and Northern Ireland
- [Delivery areas](https://www.theworkwearco.ie/pages/workwear-delivery-locations): towns and cities in NI and the Republic of Ireland

## Q&A
### Do you deliver outside the UK and Ireland?
We do not currently deliver outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Source: [/pages/delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/delivery)

### Will I pay customs or import duty on orders to Ireland?
No. All Irish orders ship from our Northern Ireland unit in Belfast, so there is no customs or import duty to pay on delivery. See ordering from Ireland.
Source: [/pages/delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/delivery)

### Where do Irish orders ship from?
From our own unit at Agnes Street Industrial Estate, Belfast, Northern Ireland, where we pick, brand and pack every order.
Source: [/pages/delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/delivery)

### Can I pay in euro?
Yes. Shop on theworkwearco.ie to see prices and delivery charges in euro and pay in euro at checkout.
Source: [/pages/delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/delivery)

### Will I pay customs or import duty on my order to Ireland?
No. All Irish orders ship from our Northern Ireland unit in Belfast, so there is no customs or import duty to pay on delivery.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Are there any extra charges when my parcel arrives in Ireland?
No customs or import duty is charged on delivery because your order ships from our Belfast unit in Northern Ireland. Delivery times and charges: [Delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/delivery).
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Why do I see sterling prices?
You may be on our UK site. Switch to theworkwearco.ie for euro pricing.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### How long does delivery to Ireland take?
Plain items arrive in the Republic of Ireland in 2–4 working days; branded orders (logo or text) take 7–10 working days.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Do you deliver to all counties in Ireland?
We deliver to addresses across the Republic of Ireland. If you have an unusual address or site delivery, get in touch before ordering.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Can I get urgent delivery to Ireland?
If you have a deadline, contact us as early as possible on (028) 90 749 719 or via our contact page. We will tell you honestly what is possible.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Can I collect my order instead?
Yes, Click & Collect is available from our Belfast unit. See delivery information for details.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Where can I read the full delivery terms?
See our delivery page, shipping policy and terms and conditions.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Can I return items from Ireland?
Yes. You have 28 days from receiving your order to return plain, non-customised items that are unworn, unwashed and in original condition with tags and packaging.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Who pays for returns from Ireland?
You arrange and pay for the return postage unless the item is faulty or we sent the wrong item.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### How long do refunds take?
We aim to refund within 5 working days once your return has reached us and been checked.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Can I return branded or embroidered items?
Customised items are made just for you and cannot be returned unless faulty, so please double-check sizes and artwork before ordering.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Let us know within 48 hours of receiving your goods, with your order number and clear photos, and we will sort it out.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Can I add my company logo when ordering from Ireland?
Yes. We embroider and print logos in-house in Belfast and ship branded orders to Ireland just like plain ones. Try the Workwear Design Studio or read about logo printing and embroidery.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### How much does logo branding cost in euro?
There is a one-off setup fee per logo and a charge per branding position; text-only logos have no setup fee. See current euro prices on our customisation prices page.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Can you help me kit out a team in Ireland?
Yes. Use AI Kit Out My Team to build three outfits for your industry and budget, then send it to us for a quote.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Do you offer business accounts for Irish companies?
We offer credit accounts for approved business customers. See credit account application or get in touch with our team to discuss trade or team pricing. Call (028) 90 749 719 or email sales@theworkwearco.com.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Is there a minimum order to Ireland?
Our website does not set a minimum order quantity, and we are happy to kit out a single new starter. For larger quantities, contact our team.
Source: [/pages/ordering-from-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ordering-from-ireland)

### Is your orange hi-vis suitable for Irish Rail contractors?
Iarnród Éireann's I-DEP-0121 requires third-party personnel to wear orange high-visibility clothing at all times, labelled "Third Party", "Contractor" or with the company name, plus protective footwear. Many of our orange garments can be printed for this. Requirements are set by the infrastructure manager, so check the current standard and your principal contractor's requirements.
Source: [/pages/choose-by-job](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/choose-by-job)

### Are you an approved supplier to Network Rail, HS2, Translink or Irish Rail?
No. We are an independent retailer of workwear and PPE, and we don't claim approval, partnership or endorsement from any rail body. Names are used only to describe where kit may be worn. Always check your principal contractor's requirements.
Source: [/pages/choose-by-job](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/choose-by-job)

### What are the scaffolding rules in Ireland?
In Ireland, the Construction Regulations list Scaffolding (basic and advanced) and mobile tower scaffold as tasks needing CSCS training. The HSA also notes that a working platform someone could fall 2 m or more from must have been inspected within the previous 7 days.
Source: [/pages/choose-by-job](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/choose-by-job)

### What mark should PPE have in the Republic of Ireland?
The CE mark. The European Commission says the CE marking on PPE is evidence that it complies with EU law, including Regulation (EU) 2016/425.
Source: [/pages/ce-ukca-ukni-marking-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ce-ukca-ukni-marking-ireland)

### What about Northern Ireland?
Under the Windsor Framework, relevant EU product rules apply in Northern Ireland. Products there carry CE, or CE with UKNI.
Source: [/pages/ce-ukca-ukni-marking-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ce-ukca-ukni-marking-ireland)

### Must contractors provide hard hats in Ireland?
Yes. Every contractor must make sure each person under their direct control doing construction work has a suitable safety helmet or other head protection, unless there is no foreseeable risk of head injury other than by falling.
Source: [/pages/construction-site-ppe-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/construction-site-ppe-ireland)

### Do you follow UK and Ireland safety standards?
100%. All our PPE and workwear options meet the relevant UKCA/CE certification standards, so you’re in safe hands.
Source: [/pages/help](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/help)

### Do you deliver to the Republic of Ireland?
Yes. We deliver to the Republic of Ireland as well as the whole of the UK. Plain items arrive in 2–4 working days; branded orders take 7–10 working days. Prices can be shown in euros: use the currency selector on the site to switch from sterling. We don't currently deliver to other EU countries or outside the UK and Ireland. See our delivery page. Delivery times and charges: [Delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/delivery).
Source: [/pages/help](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/help)

### Can I see prices and pay in euros?
Yes, for orders to the Republic of Ireland. Use the currency selector on the site to switch to euros, and prices will show in € through checkout. See our delivery page. Delivery times and charges: [Delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/delivery).
Source: [/pages/help](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/help)

### Do I pay customs or import duty on orders to Ireland?
No. Every order for the Republic of Ireland ships from our unit in Northern Ireland, so there is no customs or import duty to pay. Under the Windsor Framework, goods moving from Northern Ireland to Ireland need no customs declarations and carry no tariffs or customs checks. That also means the €3 per-item customs charge Revenue introduced on 1 July 2026 for low-value parcels sent from outside the EU, including from Great Britain, does not apply to our deliveries. Plain items arrive in 2–4 working days and branded orders take 7–10 working days. Use the currency selector to see prices in euros. See our delivery page. Delivery times and charges: [Delivery](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/delivery).
Source: [/pages/help](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/help)

### Is hi-vis a legal requirement in Ireland?
Hi-vis is PPE. Employers must assess the hazards and provide the right hi-vis free of charge to employees exposed to significant risk, for example around moving vehicles. The HSA calls it a vital and necessary requirement where a significant part of the work happens near moving vehicles.
Source: [/pages/hi-vis-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/hi-vis-ireland)

### Do you deliver across Ireland?
Yes. We deliver to the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland in 2–4 working days. See delivery details.
Source: [/pages/ireland-workwear-guides](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ireland-workwear-guides)

### Will Irish orders face customs charges?
No. Irish orders have no customs or import duty. See ordering from Ireland.
Source: [/pages/ireland-workwear-guides](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ireland-workwear-guides)

### Is Portwest an Irish brand?
Yes. Portwest started in Westport, Co. Mayo, in 1904 and is still owned and managed by the Hughes family.
Source: [/pages/portwest-vs-snickers-workwear](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/portwest-vs-snickers-workwear)

### Can my employer charge me for PPE in Ireland?
No. In the Republic, section 8(5) of the 2005 Act means no charge may be made for PPE used at work, including a deposit. In Northern Ireland, HSENI says employers cannot charge employees for PPE, whether it is returnable or not.
Source: [/pages/ppe-rules-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ppe-rules-ireland)

### What mark should PPE carry in Ireland?
PPE must meet the EU rules on design and manufacture. In practice, look for the CE mark. In Northern Ireland you may also see CE with UKNI. See our guide to CE, UKCA and UKNI marks.
Source: [/pages/ppe-rules-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ppe-rules-ireland)

### Do the UK and Ireland use the same PPE standards?
Mostly, yes. Great Britain uses the GB designated standards list and Ireland and Northern Ireland use the EU harmonised list. Both cite the same EN and EN ISO standards in most cases, though dates can differ.
Source: [/pages/ppe-standards](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ppe-standards)

### Who checks PPE sold in Ireland?
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) is the market surveillance authority for workplace PPE in Ireland.
Source: [/pages/ppe-standards](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ppe-standards)

### Does RIS-3279-TOM apply in Ireland?
No. It is a GB mainline rail standard. Irish Rail and Translink set their own PPE requirements for track access.
Source: [/pages/ris-3279-tom-explained](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/ris-3279-tom-explained)

### Do you deliver to warehouses in the Republic of Ireland?
Yes. Orders ship from our Belfast unit in Northern Ireland, so there is no customs or import duty to pay on delivery, and you can shop in euro on theworkwearco.ie.
Source: [/pages/warehouse-uniforms](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/warehouse-uniforms)

### Will I pay customs or import duty?
No. Every order to Ireland ships from our Northern Ireland unit in Belfast, so there is no customs or import duty to pay on delivery.
Source: [/pages/workwear-cork](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/workwear-cork)

### Do you have Irish Rail-compliant hi-vis?
We stock orange rail hi-vis, including items made to RIS-3279-TOM. Always check the spec your contractor or Iarnród Éireann requires, and see our choose-by-job guide for rail.
Source: [/pages/workwear-dublin](https://www.theworkwearco.com/pages/workwear-dublin)

### Does the change apply in Northern Ireland and Ireland?
Yes, through the EU list. Ireland follows EU rules, and Northern Ireland aligns with EU rules on goods under the Windsor Framework. The EU decision adding EN ISO 24232:2025 was published on 4 September 2026 and applied from that day.
Source: [/blogs/news/en-iso-24232-replaces-en-343-waterproof-workwear](https://www.theworkwearco.com/blogs/news/en-iso-24232-replaces-en-343-waterproof-workwear)

### Who pays for PPE at work in the UK and Ireland?
The employer. In Great Britain and Northern Ireland, PPE needed after a risk assessment must be provided free of charge, to workers as well as employees. In Ireland, employers can’t charge employees for PPE or ask for a deposit.
Source: [/blogs/news/ppe-standards-explained-uk-ireland](https://www.theworkwearco.com/blogs/news/ppe-standards-explained-uk-ireland)

### Does RIS-3279-TOM apply in Northern Ireland or Ireland?
It's a GB rail standard. In Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, check with the rail infrastructure manager or your principal contractor, as their requirements may differ.
Source: [/collections/clothing-ris-3279-tom-orange](https://www.theworkwearco.com/collections/clothing-ris-3279-tom-orange)