Ireland Visa RequirementsFor Bermuda passport holders
Bermuda passport holders must obtain an Irish Short Stay (C) Visa to visit Ireland. Ireland is not part of the Schengen Area. The fee is 60 EUR for a single-entry visa. Note that full British passport holders (UK nationals) can enter Ireland without a visa.
Bermuda passport holders require a visa to enter Ireland.
Apply online at https://www.visas.inis.gov.ie. Create an INIS account, complete the application form, pay 60 EUR, book a biometric appointment, and submit supporting documents including passport, bank statements, accommodation and flight bookings, and purpose of visit.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Bermuda to Ireland: What You Need to Know
Ireland operates its own visa system outside of the Schengen Area. Bermuda passport holders (holding BOTC status) are not treated as full UK nationals for Irish immigration purposes. Ireland has strong ties to the English-speaking world including Bermuda, but the visa requirement remains.
How to Get There
Full British citizens (UK passport) can enter Ireland without a visa. If you hold dual citizenship, you may qualify for visa-free entry. The British-Irish Visa Scheme (BIVS) allows some UK visa holders to also enter Ireland; check if your status qualifies.
Money & Banking
Ireland uses the Euro. ATMs widely available. Cards accepted everywhere. Dublin is expensive; budget for high accommodation costs. Carry some cash for tipping, local pubs, and rural transport.
Practical Tips
Apply at least 10 weeks before departure given typical processing times. Dublin (DUB) is accessible from Bermuda via New York or London. Irish immigration may scrutinize financial resources carefully. Evidence of ties to Bermuda strengthens the application.