India passport → Ireland
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Ireland?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Ireland, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre. If you hold a UK visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Indian passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free90 days instead:
- UK visa
UK visitor visa holders who entered the UK first and were granted a 180-day stay. Up to 90 days or the end of the UK stay, whichever is shorter.
Ireland at a glance
- Capital
- Dublin
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Languages
- English, Irish
- Calling code
- +353
- Region
- Northern Europe
Ireland for other passports
- IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Northern Europe for Indian passport holders
Common questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Ireland?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Ireland, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Ireland?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Indian citizens get a visa on arrival in Ireland?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Ireland easier for Indian citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying UK visa, Indian citizens get visa free for up to 90 days. UK visitor visa holders who entered the UK first and were granted a 180-day stay. Up to 90 days or the end of the UK stay, whichever is shorter.
How many countries can Indian citizens visit without a visa?
56 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The India passport ranks #71 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.