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Visas

A visa is a form of pre-entry clearance which allows for travel to Ireland. It does not guarantee permission to enter Ireland. Permission to enter Ireland is granted by an Immigration Officer at the port of entry

In Ireland, the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS), an Office of the Department of Justice and Equality, is primarily responsible for dealing with immigration and visa matters.

Irish Visa © Phil Behan

Visas for Ireland

People from certain countries need a visa to enter Ireland. Find out more about applying for an Irish visa.

Visas for going abroad

If you’re travelling abroad, you may need a visa to enter your destination.

US-Ireland visa arrangement

The J1 Working Holiday Agreement between Ireland and the US allows certain categories of Irish and US citizens to work and travel in each country for up to 12 months

Working Holiday Authorisation.

Ireland’s Working Holiday Authorisation agreements with other governments allow young people of both countries to fund an extended holiday through temporary work.

Human trafficking

Human trafficking is a crime and a human rights violation. Find out what we’re doing to fight it.

Embassies information

Get up-to-date information for all our Embassies and Consulates.
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