Ireland Visa RequirementsFor Lithuania passport holders
Lithuanian citizens can visit Ireland visa-free. Ireland is EU but not Schengen. Passport required.
Great news! Lithuania passport holders can enter Ireland without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required. Present your Lithuanian passport at the Irish border. The national ID card is NOT accepted in Ireland.
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
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Lithuania to Ireland: What You Need to Know
Ireland is EU but not Schengen. Lithuanian EU citizens have rights to live and work in Ireland under EU free movement, but Ireland maintains its own border controls.
Passport required: Lithuanian national ID card is NOT accepted at the Irish border. Present a valid Lithuanian passport.
Large Lithuanian diaspora in Ireland: Ireland has one of the largest Lithuanian communities per capita in Europe. After EU accession in 2004, hundreds of thousands of Lithuanians emigrated to Ireland, attracted by the Celtic Tiger economy. Today, approximately 50,000 to 80,000 Lithuanians are estimated to live in Ireland. Vilnius is referred to as "the capital of Lithuania" while Dublin sometimes joked as "the second largest Lithuanian city." Lithuanian shops, churches (Lithuanian Catholic community is vibrant), and cultural associations are well-established throughout Ireland.
How to Get There
Direct flights from Vilnius (VNO) to Dublin (DUB) with Ryanair. Flight time approximately 3 hours.
Money & Banking
Ireland uses the euro (EUR). Cards widely accepted. Dublin is expensive by Baltic standards.
Practical Tips
Dublin (Trinity College and the Book of Kells, the Guinness Storehouse, the Docklands), Galway (pubs, Connemara), Cork (English Market, Ring of Kerry), and the Wild Atlantic Way are major attractions.
Lithuanian community resources: The Lithuanian Embassy in Dublin provides consular services. Lithuanian-language mass is held at several Dublin churches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Lithuanian citizens need a visa to visit Ireland?
No visa required for Lithuanian EU citizens. However, Ireland is not Schengen. Present your Lithuanian passport (not just ID card) at the Irish border.
How large is the Lithuanian community in Ireland?
Ireland hosts one of the world's largest Lithuanian communities relative to Ireland's population. An estimated 50,000 to 80,000 Lithuanians live in Ireland. Vilnius is sometimes jokingly referred to as "the capital of Lithuania" while Dublin is called "the second-largest Lithuanian city." Lithuanian shops, churches, and cultural associations are well-established throughout Ireland.
Can I use my Lithuanian ID card to enter Ireland?
No. Ireland does not accept national ID cards at border control. Present a valid Lithuanian passport.
What is St. Patrick's Day and can I experience it in Dublin?
St. Patrick's Day (March 17) is Ireland's national holiday, celebrating the patron saint. Dublin hosts one of the world's largest St. Patrick's Day parades and a multi-day festival. The city is packed. Book accommodation months in advance.
Is there a direct flight from Vilnius to Dublin?
Yes. Ryanair operates direct flights from Vilnius (VNO) to Dublin (DUB). Flight time approximately 3 hours.
What are the best destinations in Ireland outside Dublin?
Galway (arts, music, Connemara), the Cliffs of Moher (500-meter cliffs, one of Europe's most dramatic coastal views), the Ring of Kerry (scenic driving loop), the Dingle Peninsula (Blasket Islands, Slea Head Drive), and the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland are outstanding.