Ireland Visa RequirementsFor Norway passport holders
Norwegian citizens can visit Ireland without a visa for up to 90 days. Importantly, Ireland is NOT part of the Schengen Area and operates its own border controls, so you will pass through Irish immigration on arrival.
Great news! Norway passport holders can enter Ireland without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required, but you will go through Irish passport control on arrival. Have your Norwegian passport ready and be prepared to state your purpose of visit and accommodation details. A return ticket may be requested.
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
Norway to Ireland: What You Need to Know
Ireland opted out of the Schengen Agreement and maintains its own Common Travel Area with the UK. Norwegian passport holders are granted visa-free access, but entry is subject to Irish immigration control. Days in Ireland do NOT count toward your Schengen 90/180-day allowance.
How to Get There
Ireland is in the Common Travel Area with the United Kingdom. If combining a trip with the UK, no border check applies when crossing between Ireland and Northern Ireland by land.
Money & Banking
Ireland uses the euro (EUR). Northern Ireland uses the British pound (GBP). Cards are widely accepted across Ireland. Tipping in restaurants is customary (10-15%).
Practical Tips
Dublin (DUB), Cork (ORK), and Shannon (SNN) have connections from Norwegian airports. Aer Lingus and Ryanair are the main carriers. The Wild Atlantic Way and Irish countryside are popular attractions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Norwegians need a visa for Ireland?
No. Norwegian passport holders can visit Ireland visa-free for up to 90 days. However, Ireland is NOT in the Schengen Area, so you will go through Irish passport control on arrival.
Does Ireland use the Schengen Area?
No. Ireland opted out of the Schengen Agreement and operates its own border controls. A visit to Ireland does NOT count toward the Schengen 90/180-day limit.
Are there direct flights from Norway to Ireland?
Yes. Ryanair and Aer Lingus operate direct flights from Oslo and other Norwegian airports to Dublin (DUB), Cork (ORK), and Shannon (SNN).
Can Norwegians travel between Ireland and Northern Ireland without checks?
Yes. The Common Travel Area between Ireland and the UK means no border checks apply on the land border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Is Ireland expensive for Norwegians?
Dublin is one of Europe's most expensive cities. Accommodation and going out in Dublin can be pricier than Oslo. The Irish countryside and smaller towns are more affordable.
What Irish attractions are popular with Norwegians?
Dublin (Temple Bar, Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse), the Cliffs of Moher, Ring of Kerry, Giant's Causeway (Northern Ireland), Galway, and Killarney National Park are the highlights.
Is a Norwegian driving license valid in Ireland?
Yes. Norwegian driving licenses are valid in Ireland. Ireland drives on the left side of the road.