Holy See
Ireland
Ireland visa for citizens of the Holy See
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Holy See can visit Ireland without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Irish citizens travelling to the Holy See
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Travel advice for Ireland
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Citizens of the Holy See planning a trip to Ireland can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Ireland at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 19 March 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Ireland (updated 4 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Ireland (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long citizens of the Holy See can stay in Ireland
Citizens of the Holy See may stay in Ireland for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Ireland.
Irish citizens travelling to the Holy See
The Holy See admits Irish citizens without a visa. The rule is the same in both directions between the Holy See and Ireland.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Ireland?
Citizens of the Holy See can visit Ireland without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of the Holy See stay in Ireland?
Citizens of the Holy See can stay in Ireland for up to 90 days.
Do Irish citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
The Holy See admits Irish citizens without a visa.
Can citizens of the Holy See enter Ireland visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Holy See can enter Ireland without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.