BT Sport App - Ireland

[JWood2]

Hi, I currently pay for BT Sport in the UK, but due to the current Covid-19 situation, I’m  living in Ireland (Dublin) and can’t watch rugby on my BT Sport app. Please help, as at present I’m looking to cancel my membership. 
Cheers

[NeilO]

Hi @JWood2 I'm sorry this is not something we can help you with as the BT Sport app is now only accessible from within the UK.

From 1 January 2021, the transition period for the UK to leave the European Union (EU) will have ended and new rules will take effect.

As a result of this, as a BT TV and BT Sport customer, you will no longer be able to use your apps or access web players in the EU. This includes all live and catch-up services.

You will only be able to continue to watch in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, England, Channel Islands and Isle of Man.

Thanks

Neil

[imjolly]

have you tried using VPN?

[DarrenDev]

Known VPNs are also blocked - our list is frequently updated. I wouldn't recommend anyone continue paying on the off-chance that the VPN they're using is still working on the day you really want to watch a match.

[JWood2]

Are you still able to watch BT Sport in Ireland via Sky or Now?

[DarrenDev]

Yes - you can take a contract directly with Sky for access to BT Sport from ROI. This won't allow you to use the BT Sport app though.

[JWood2]

Thank you for your help David.

Sounds like BT are missing a trick tbh.

[DarrenDev]

No problem Harry. 😉
Unfortunately it's all to do with rights and how they're distributed. As Neil has mentioned - Brexit changed everything.