Ireland · Visitor Visas

Visa-required nationalities and exemptions

Comprehensive reference guide detailing which nationalities require a visa to enter Ireland, visa-exempt nationalities, and the British-Irish Visa Scheme (BIVS).

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Travelers checking visa requirements before booking travel.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • EEA, UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand citizens are completely visa-exempt for short stays
  • Short Stay Visa Waiver Programme and BIVS allow eligible Indian and Chinese visitors with valid UK visitor visas to travel to Ireland without a separate visa
Process

How the process works

  1. Check nationality on official ISD schedule
  2. Apply via AVATS if visa-required
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Passport
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Under the British-Irish Visa Scheme (BIVS), holding a valid UK C-visa endorsed with 'BIVS' allows direct travel to Ireland without a separate Irish visa.

Official source: ISD — Visa requirements. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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