Ireland Visa RequirementsFor Japan passport holders
Japanese passport holders can visit Ireland visa-free for up to 90 days. Ireland is not a member of the Schengen Area and maintains its own separate immigration system.
Great news! Japan passport holders can enter Ireland without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required for Japan passport holders. Present your passport on arrival at Dublin or other Irish ports of entry. Ireland does not use the Schengen 90/180-day rule.
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
Japan to Ireland: What You Need to Know
Ireland has its own visa exemption list, on which Japan has long been included. Because Ireland is outside Schengen, a stay in Ireland does not count toward the 90-day Schengen limit, and vice versa.
Practical Tips
A trip combining Ireland with UK and mainland Europe is popular, but each jurisdiction has its own entry requirements and day counts. Dublin Airport is the main hub. The Irish pound is not used; Ireland uses the euro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Japanese passport holders need a visa for Ireland?
No. Japanese nationals can visit Ireland without a visa for up to 90 days. Ireland is not part of the Schengen Area and has its own separate immigration system.
Does time spent in Ireland count toward the Schengen 90-day limit?
No. Ireland is outside the Schengen Area. Days in Ireland do not count toward the 90-day Schengen quota, and Schengen days do not count toward Irish limits. They are completely separate.
Does the UK visa cover Ireland or vice versa?
No. The UK and Ireland each have their own separate immigration systems. The UK ETA does not cover Ireland, and Irish permission does not cover the UK. However, some nationalities with a valid UK visa may be eligible for the British-Irish Visa Scheme; this does not apply to Japanese nationals who are visa-free in both countries.
What currency is used in Ireland?
Ireland uses the euro (EUR). Note that Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom, uses the pound sterling (GBP).