By answering the question(s) below you can find out more information regarding your personal requirements for coming to visit Ireland.
By answering the question(s) below you can find out more information regarding your personal requirements for coming to visit Ireland.
As of 12 noon on 19 July, Ireland is temporarily suspending operation of the European Agreement on the Abolition of Visas for Refugees for a period of 12 months. As of that date, holders of 1951 travel documents are required to be in possession of an Irish entry visa before travelling to the border. Full details are available here. You can apply for an Irish visa here. |
You do not need an Irish visa to travel to Ireland if:
For all other situations, regardless of where you live, or the nationality of your family member, your needing an Irish Visa or Preclearance is based on:
As of 12 noon on 19 July, Ireland is temporarily suspending operation of the European Agreement on the Abolition of Visas for Refugees for a period of 12 months. As of that date, holders of 1951 travel documents are required to be in possession of an Irish entry visa before travelling to the border. Full details about the Irish Government agreeing to temporarily require refugees travelling to Ireland from safe European countries to hold visas. You can apply for an Irish visa.
You will not need a visa if you hold a 1954 Convention Travel Document issued by Ireland. All other 1954 Convention Travel Document holders will, unless otherwise exempt (see exemptions above), need a visa.
** Notice | Irish Visa Applications from Libyan nationals
Certain restrictions on consideration of Irish visa applications from Libyan nationals have been in place since August, 2014. Following review, the categories of applicants who may now (May 2018) be considered for visa processing has been extended.
Details are as follows: