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Visa requirements for Ireland

Who can enter Ireland, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 119 countries can enter Ireland without a visa in advance. All 119 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

119 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
123 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

119 nationalities

Visa required in advance

123 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Ireland

Ireland has 2 sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Brú na Bóinne
Skellig Michael

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Isle of Man United Kingdom Netherlands Belgium France Faroe Islands

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Ireland?

It depends on your passport. 119 nationalities can enter Ireland without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What currency is used in Ireland?

Euro (EUR). 1 USD is approximately 0.89 EUR.

What side of the road does Ireland drive on?

Ireland drives on the left.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Ireland have?

2: Brú na Bóinne, Skellig Michael.

What is the emergency number in Ireland?

112.

What time zone is Ireland in?

Dublin (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Dublin?

Dublin Airport (DUB), about 9 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Ireland

Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic Ocean, in Northwestern Europe. Geopolitically, the island is divided between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. It is separated from Great Britain to its east by the North Channel, the Irish Sea, and St George's Channel. Ireland is the second-largest island of the British Isles, the third-largest in Europe, and the twentieth-largest in the world. As of 2022, the population of the entire island is just over 7 million, with 5.1 million in the Republic of Ireland and 1.9 million in Northern Ireland, ranking it the second-most populous island in Europe after Great Britain.

CapitalDublin

RegionNorthern Europe

Population5.5M

Area70,273 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesEnglish, Irish

Calling code+353

Drives on theleft

TimezoneDublin (UTC+1)

Nearest airportDublin Airport (DUB), 9 km

Emergency number112

UNESCO sites2

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$131,592 (2025)

Tourist arrivals11M (2019)

Climate in Dublin

Warmest August, coolest December, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for Dublin, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	8.7°C	4°C	57mm	108h
February	8.6°C	3°C	145mm	175h
March	9.5°C	2.9°C	33mm	233h
April	12.8°C	5.5°C	33mm	308h
May	15.9°C	7.8°C	19mm	382h
June	17.1°C	10.5°C	115mm	249h
July	17.6°C	11.8°C	121mm	235h
August	18.1°C	12.4°C	133mm	268h
September	16.8°C	10.1°C	46mm	268h
October	12.1°C	7.3°C	106mm	198h
November	11°C	6°C	78mm	140h
December	7°C	2.9°C	120mm	107h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Ireland, also known as the Republic of Ireland, has a rich culture that, along with its people, has been exported around the world. Some Irish history has been very dark indeed, but it remains a land of poets, story-tellers, and musicians, with marvellous scenery, an advanced knowledge economy, first-rate infrastructure, and leading industries, with a high gross domestic product and standard of living. Ireland has historically been referred to as ‘The Land of Saints and Scholars’, reflecting its long standing religious affinities as well as its many contributions to the fields of poetry and literature.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Brú na Bóinne
Skellig Michael

Upcoming public holidays

October 26, 2026Lá Saoire i mí Dheireadh Fómhair

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