Visas

A visa is a certificate in your passport or travel document that shows you're authorised to land in a country. However, there may be a number of other conditions you need to meet before you’ll be allowed to enter that country.

Visas for Ireland

People from certain countries need a visa to enter Ireland. Find out more about applying for an Irish visa.

US Visas for Irish citizens

A visa may be required if you are an Irish citizen travelling to the USA.

Irish people going abroad

If you're travelling abroad, you may need a visa for your destination.

Visa FAQs

Answers to the most frequently asked visa questions can be found on the INIS website.

Statement of no objection

J1 visa holders seeking a waiver of the two year home residency requirement may require a statement of no objection.

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