Ireland Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
74
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
74
Visa required in advance
124

Ireland's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for an Ireland tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Ireland Visa-Free (74)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Ireland without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Ireland Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Short stay 'C' visa - single journey (tourist/visit)

    Single entry, stay up to 90 daysofficial sourceirishimmigration.ie ↗

    EUR 60 (~$68)

  • Short stay 'C' visa - multi journey

    Multiple entries, valid up to 5 yearsofficial sourceirishimmigration.ie ↗

    EUR 100 (~$114)

  • Short stay 'C' business visa (single journey)

    Single entry, stay up to 90 daysofficial sourceirishimmigration.ie ↗

    EUR 60 (~$68)

  • Transit visa

    Airside/short transit onlyofficial sourceirishimmigration.ie ↗

    EUR 25 (~$28)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

FAQ

Ireland Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Ireland?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Ireland visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for an Ireland tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Ireland without a visa?

74 countries can visit Ireland without a visa in 2026, including: Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Ireland.

How do I apply for an Ireland tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Ireland, you typically need to apply at an Ireland embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Ireland without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Ireland varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Ireland Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Ireland visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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