How we can help your business
Representation & Network
We drive our members export agenda through lobbying, policy development and intervention. As a key Government stakeholder we actively shape trade policy, regulatory frameworks, and market access strategies to support our members’ global ambitions.
Events & Webinars
We are running a series of US-Trade specific webinars with key stakeholders in Government and business. All of our upcoming events are delivered through webinars for your ease. Please see our calendar of events for details.
Visa & Legalisation
We facilitate business visas and legalisation of documentation through our strong working relationships with the 50+ Embassies and Consulates based in Dublin and London (where Ireland is accredited).
Education & Training
We offer our members a range of training courses on matters relating to export compliance and best practice in international trade. All our training will be delivered online for the time being.
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December 3, 2025, 9:30am - 3.30pm
GDP Champion Refresher – December 3rd
The GDP Champion Refresher course has been developed for GDP Champions who…
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December 2, 2025, 09:30 am - 1.30pm
Mastering EU Deforestation Regulation For Export – December 2nd
Mastering EUDR for Export provides a thorough grounding in the EU’s regulation…
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November 25, 2025, 9.30am - 1.30pm
CBAM Workshop 3: CBAM Report Filing – November 25th
Streamline Your CBAM Report Filing Join the Irish Exporters Association for an…
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November 20, 2025, 9.30am -12.30pm
Advanced Customs Compliance – November 20th
Customs Compliance, Advanced Customs Clearance and Import/Export Procedures Learn how to manage…
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November 18, 2025, 9:30am - 12.30pm
Customs Classification – November 18th
Choosing the correct commodity code for your product can be difficult and…
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November 13, 2025, 9.30am -12.30pm
Reduce COâ‚‚: Advancing In Sustainable Supply Chains – November 13th
Carbon Reduction is a practical and interactive course that trains participants on…
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November 6, 2025, 9.30am - 12.30pm
Understanding and Applying Incoterms® 2020 – November 6th
Incoterms® are the essential terms governing commercial contracts for international trade. Companies…
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November 4, 2025, 9:30am - 12.30pm
Rules of Origin and FTAs – November 4th
Using Free Trade Agreements can reduce tax payments resulting in substantial cost…
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October 16, 2025, 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
Report COâ‚‚: Advancing In Sustainable Supply Chains – October 16th
Carbon Calculation and Reporting is a practical and interactive course that trains…
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October 14, 2025, 9.30am - 3.30pm
Completing Customs Declarations – October 14th
The IEA Completing Customs Declarations training workshop covers the practical steps required…
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October 9, 2025, 09:30am - 12.30pm
Introduction to Customs Compliance – October 9th
Classification, Origin, Valuation and Customs Procedures Introduction to Customs Compliance training provides…
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Fri 3rd October 2025
Hanley Energy Wins Prestigious Overall Exporter of the Year 2025 Title
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Tue 16th September 2025
cargo-partner expands airfreight services from the UK to 12 key destinations worldwide
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Fri 12th September 2025
Win Combilift’s Landmark 100,000th Multidirectional Forklift and support UNICEF
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Fri 6th June 2025
IEA Announces 58 Entries Shortlisted in 2025 Export Industry Awards
Friday, June 6th, 2025: The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) today announces 58…
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Wed 4th June 2025
IEA Customs and Tariff Training Course Launched to Support Enterprise Ireland clients
The courses, which are conducted by industry leading experts and trainers, are…
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Thu 3rd April 2025
IEA Responds to US Tariff Announcement
With a baseline tariff of 10% it remains to be seen if…
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Mon 24th March 2025
Irish Exporters Association Launches the Export Industry Awards 2025 – Celebrating 23 Years of Excellence in Irish Exporting
Monday 25th March 2025: The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has today announced…
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“Bimeda have been a member of the Irish Exporters Association for many years and I have found them to be very proactive when assistance is requested. They are problem solvers, hardworking, professional and know how to support companies on their export journey. I would definitely recommend joining to anyone who works in the export industry.”
Karen Cunningham, Bimeda
The Irish Export Association has been a great help to us with consular assistance, visa applications and general enquiries. We have also attended workshops and focus meetings and they have without fail been of interest, importance and primarily useful. The association gives us the opportunity to meet and support other exporters and we would highly recommend joining.
Lyn Sharkey, Sales & Marketing Director, Abcon Industrial Products Ltd
“The Irish Exporters Association has been helping Tipperary Crystal for over 30 years. Our needs have been multi demanding; relating to various exporting issues relevant to different parts of the globe – the IEA is our solution to most issues encountered. Over the years, we have developed business associates, been involved in industry partnerships and made great friends through a wider range of networking opportunities. The IEA is a real partner for businesses.”
Declan Fearon, Tipperary Crystal
“Having dealt with the Consular Services Department for the past few years, the team are an essential part for the ease at which Health Registration files for exports can be progressed and completed. Covering countries in South America, Asia and nearer, each country having a different outlook on their requirements, they offer in valuable support with their outstanding knowledge and service.”
Helen O’Shea, First Ireland Spirits
“Being a new  member to the Irish Exporters Association my initial findings are that  I have found the team to be very supportive friendly and professional. The support they provide and the networking / mentoring opportunities provided to their members contacts to companies on their initial export journey is a fantastic resource. I would definitely recommend joining to anyone who works in the export industry.. The Irish Exporters Association is a great place for any Irish Exporter no matter what stage of their growth Journey they are at.”
Chris McManus, Tullamore Dew William Grant & Sons Irish Manufacturing Ltd
“CSafe Global are eternally grateful for the IEA’s dedication, support, and collaboration with the launch event and for helping us increase awareness of our product portfolio and capabilities in Ireland.  Our launch event would definitely not have been as successful without their help. They were the ideal partner. “
Brad Jennings, VP of Global Marketing, CSafe Global