Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Ireland?
No. United Kingdom passport holders can visit Ireland without a visa.
Last updated 10 November 2026
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- CTA citizens who have travelled from the United Kingdom have no further requirement once the immigration officer is satisfied of their status and travel origin.
- British nationals are not legally required to show a passport when entering Ireland.
- A UK ETA cannot be used for this waiver programme; a traveller with an ETA but no UK visa needs a separate Irish visa.
- A current passport must be valid for at least six months after planned departure from Ireland.