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Ireland Visa Requirements

For 🇺🇸 United States passport holders

Visa Free
90 days max stay
Free visa cost
N/A processing
Dublin
Europe
EUR (€)
English, Irish
UTC+0

Great news! United States passport holders can enter Ireland without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Not part of Schengen. Separate 90-day allowance.

Entry Requirements

Passport Validity

6 months beyond stay

Blank Pages

2 page(s) required

Multiple Entry

Allowed

Work Permitted

No - requires work visa

Travel Essentials

Health & Safety

Safety Rating

Vaccinations

Routine vaccines.

Tap Water

Safe to drink

Safety Tips

Very safe.

Full health guide

Money & Costs

Euro EUR

Daily Budget (USD)

Budget $80
Mid-range $175
Luxury $400+

Cards & ATMs

Cards widely accepted.

Tipping

10% in restaurants appreciated.

Practical Info

Power Type G, 230V, 50Hz
Driving Left side
Time Zone 5 hours ahead of Eastern.
Mobile/SIM Buy at Three, Vodafone, Eir.

Emergency Numbers

Emergency: 112 or 999

Getting There

Airport Transfers

Dublin: Bus €7/30min, taxi €25-30.

Local Transport

Dublin has LUAS tram, buses. Trains connect cities.

Culture & Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

May-September for best weather (still unpredictable).

Cultural Notes

Irish hospitality legendary. Pub culture central. Craic (fun) important.

Insider Tips

Rent a car for Wild Atlantic Way. Book accommodation in advance. Try traditional pubs.

Dress Code

Casual. Bring rain gear.

United States Embassy

42 Elgin Road, Dublin 4

+353 1 668-8777

https://ie.usembassy.gov