Ireland Visa RequirementsFor Gabon passport holders
Gabon passport holders must apply for an Irish Short Stay C visa to enter Ireland. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area and operates its own visa policy. Applications are submitted through the Irish Embassy or VFS Global, most conveniently accessed via France.
Gabon passport holders require a visa to enter Ireland.
Apply through the Irish Embassy in Paris or VFS Global in France for an Irish Short Stay C visa. The fee is 60 EUR (approximately $75 USD). Required documents include a valid Gabon passport, completed application form, 2 photos, travel insurance, accommodation proof, return flight, and 3 months of bank statements.
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
Gabon to Ireland: What You Need to Know
Ireland is an EU member but not a Schengen member. Gabon citizens require a separate Irish visa. Given Gabon's French-speaking status and strong ties to France, the most practical application route is through the Irish Embassy in Paris or VFS Global in France.
How to Get There
From Libreville (LBV) to Dublin (DUB) via Paris (CDG) on Air France and Aer Lingus. Alternatively connect via London (LHR) on British Airways. Total journey is approximately 12 to 15 hours.
Money & Banking
Ireland uses the Euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted. Dublin is an expensive city. Budget 120 to 180 EUR per day. ATMs are available everywhere. Tipping 10 to 15% at restaurants is customary.
Practical Tips
Dublin Airport (DUB) connects to Paris and other major European hubs. Ireland is compact and well-explored by rental car. The Wild Atlantic Way, Ring of Kerry, and Dublin City are excellent destinations. Best visited May to September. Irish weather is mild but wet.