The European Accessibility Act is a European Directive that contains accessibility requirements for a range of products and services and will commence across Europe on 28th June 2025.

The EAA is formally known as Directive (EU) 2019/882 on the Accessibility Requirements of Products and Services. In Ireland, the EAA was transposed into Irish Law through Statutory Instrument No. 636 of 2023.

What are the main aims of the EAA?

To increase the availability of accessible products and services across the European Union (EU) by enforcing accessibility requirements.

To ensure that accessibility requirements are consistently applied to the manufacturing and sale of certain products and services across the EU.

To ensure that accessibility requirements are included in public procurement: Ensure that when public organisations buy products and services covered by the EAA, they meet the accessibility requirements in the EAA.

Who does the EAA apply to?

The EAA will apply to any company that wishes to trade in the EU, regardless of where that company is based. Manufacturers, importers, and distributors must ensure that, for the products and services covered by the EAA, only those in compliance with its requirements are placed onto the EU market.

Public procurement for the relevant products and services will also be covered by the EAA. The accessibility criteria outlined in the public procurement of products and services covered by the Act will be aligned with the EAA’s accessibility requirements.

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