
Do India passport holders need a visa for Ireland?
Yes. India passport holders need a visa to visit Ireland.
Last updated 9 November 2026
Entry status
Visa requiredBefore you go:
- Arrivals via the Northern Ireland border must report to an immigration or police office within the stated deadline.
- Eligible-country nationals who are long-term legal UK residents and must apply for a visa do not pay a visa fee.
- Travellers using the programme must first have landed and lawfully entered the UK using their current UK visa.
- The visa must carry a BIVS endorsement to use the scheme.