What do I need to fly to Ireland?


What do I need to fly to Ireland? You must have a valid passport to enter Ireland. U.S. citizens can enter visa-free for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days. There is no minimum passport validity requirement for U.S. citizens entering Ireland.


Can I go to Ireland without a visa?

You must have a valid passport to enter Ireland. U.S. citizens can enter visa-free for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days. There is no minimum passport validity requirement for U.S. citizens entering Ireland.


Is Schengen visa valid for Ireland?

Visit the Irish Immigration Service Travel Path for more information regarding your personal requirements for travelling to Ireland. Please note that Ireland is not party to the Schengen Agreement, and a Schengen visa or residence permit does not entitle you to travel to Ireland without a visa.


Is Ireland a member of the EU?

The EU countries are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.


How many times can I visit Ireland in a year?

An Ireland multiple-entry tourist visa allows you to enter and leave Ireland as many times as you want, as long as your Irish visa is still valid.


Can I fly through Dublin without visa?

Passing Border Control means entering Ireland, and you are not allowed to enter Ireland without a visa unless you are visa-exempt. Anyone who is subject to Irish visas and has to pass through Border Control during their transit needs to have an Irish entry visa (Ireland short stay “C” visa).


Does Ireland stamp your passport?

If the registration of your permission to stay in Ireland is successful, an Immigration Officer may stamp your passport, depending on the circumstances of your registration. Please note that some permissions are granted without your passport being stamped.


Why is Ireland not in Schengen?

The reason Ireland gave for not joining the other EU states in forming the Schengen zone in 1985 was the existence of the CTA with the UK, which would have disappeared if Ireland joined Schengen and the UK did not.


What documents do I need at airport?

Identification
  • Driver's licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent) ...
  • U.S. passport.
  • U.S. passport card.
  • DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
  • U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents.
  • Permanent resident card.


How do I know if I need a transit visa?

For example, you may be required to get a transit visa if: You are changing transport in a country to travel to another destination. You are leaving within a short time from your arrival. You are not eligible for an automatic visa or visa waiver based on your nationality.