Ireland visa and entry requirements for US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens

Citizens of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland itself do not need a visa to visit Ireland for tourism or short stays. The standard visa-free period is up to 90 days, though UK citizens have additional rights under the Common Travel Area (CTA) and can live and work freely. Ireland is not part of the Schengen Area, so the 90/180-day Schengen rule does not apply. You still need a valid passport, proof of funds and a return ticket.

For UK citizens, the CTA means you can enter Ireland without a visa and stay indefinitely, with no separate immigration control when arriving from the UK. For all others, the 90-day limit is strict; overstaying can lead to fines or a ban. Always carry your passport, as Irish immigration may ask to see it even if you are a resident.

The table below shows the visa-free stay for each citizenship. All figures are estimates for 2026 and subject to change.

US citizens: No visa for tourism or business up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. You may be asked to show proof of funds and a return ticket.

UK citizens: Under the Common Travel Area, you can enter Ireland without a visa and stay indefinitely. You can also work and study without a permit. You do not need a separate visa for Ireland, but you must carry a valid passport or national identity card.

Canadian, Australian and New Zealand citizens: No visa for short visits up to 90 days. The same passport validity and entry conditions apply as for US citizens.

Irish citizens: You are a citizen of Ireland, so no visa or entry permission is needed. You can enter and leave freely.

This page was verified on 2026-09. Always check the official Irish immigration website for the latest rules, as they can change without notice.