🇮🇪Ireland Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Ireland?
It depends on your passport. Out of 197 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 75 enter Ireland visa-free and 122 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
75
nationalities
Consular visa
122
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Ireland
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- 5 days
- Fee:
- 25 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (irishstatutebook.ie), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Ireland visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Ireland applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Ireland visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Ireland publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Business short-stay visa (C) | Business | 90 days | 60-100 EUR | 4-8 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Stamp 0 (independent means / retirement) | Long stay | 1 year (renewable) | 60 EUR | 6-12 weeks | Portal | |
| Employment Permit (Critical Skills / General) | Work | 2 years | 500-1,000 EUR | 6-12 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Long stay employment visa (D) | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 60 EUR | 6-8 weeks | Portal | |
| Student visa (D) | Study | Duration of programme | 60 EUR | 4-8 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Hosted Researcher visa | Study | 5 years | 60 EUR | 4-8 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Long stay Join Family visa (D) | Family | 1 year (renewable) | 60 EUR | 6-12 months | Portal | |
| Working Holiday Authorisation | Working holiday | 1 year | 4-8 weeks | Portal | ||
| Medical treatment visa | Medical | 90 days | 60-100 EUR | 4-8 weeks | Portal | |
| Transit visa (C) | Transit | 5 days | 25 EUR | 4-6 weeks | Portal |
Visas
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Information
Capital
Dublin
Population
5,320,000
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
English, Irish
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+353
Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Area
70,273 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
17 March - Saint Patrick's Day
Internet domain
.ie
About
Ireland is an island nation located west of Great Britain and a member of the European Union. It is renowned for its rich culture, lush landscapes, and dynamic economy focused on technology. The population stands at 5.32 million as of 2025.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid isolated areas at night
- Protect personal belongings
Terrorism(Low)
- Follow local authorities' advice
Transport
- Use official transportation
Natural risks(Very low natural risks (no major earthquakes))
- Check weather for storms
Health(Excellent healthcare system)
- EHIC for Europeans
- Standard vaccines
Practical tips
- Get travel insurance
- Respect local alcohol laws
- Download authorities' app
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Dublin · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Left
safe
10-15% in restaurants if not included
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Ireland?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Ireland across 197 nationalities: 75 visa-free, 122 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Ireland visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 60 EUR (Business short-stay visa (C)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Ireland?▾
Ireland issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 5 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Ireland?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall low security level, very safe country in Western Europe.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Ireland?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Ireland?▾
The capital of Ireland is Dublin. The main spoken languages are: English, Irish.
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