Ireland · Regulatory
LNG in Ireland
JurisdictionIreland
ProductLNG
Private tradeRESTRICTED
Restricted — government / monopoly route
No LNG terminal — moratorium on LNG imports under climate policy (Shannon LNG project on indefinite hold). Pipeline gas via Moffat (UK) interconnector and Corrib field (depleting).
Compiled regulatory guidance from OilFlow Network, not legal advice. Rules change; confirm with the relevant national regulator before structuring a deal.
Frequently asked
- Can private companies import LNG into Ireland?
- No. No LNG terminal — moratorium on LNG imports under climate policy (Shannon LNG project on indefinite hold). Pipeline gas via Moffat (UK) interconnector and Corrib field (depleting).
- What license is typically required?
- No LNG terminal — moratorium on LNG imports under climate policy (Shannon LNG project on indefinite hold). Pipeline gas via Moffat (UK) interconnector and Corrib field (depleting).
- Does OilFlow screen LNG counterparties against Ireland rules?
- Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private LNG deal into Ireland is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.
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