The hunting association of Ireland acknowledges Dept.of Agriculture and Food , Notice of Interest to COMPETITIORS  Participant IRISH LAW (EU DIRECTIVE) Under Irish Law all horses moving from one location to another must be accompanied by their passports.

It is in your own interest to ensure this is the case. Failure to do so is an offence under Irish Law and is liable on summary conviction to result in a fine up to € 3000. All passports must be registered with the name of the current owner.