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Japan visa for Irish citizens

Visa-free up to 90 days

No visa is needed by Irish citizens for Japan, for stays of up to 90 days.

Maximum stay
90 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at ie.emb-japan.go.jp

For longer stays: study, work and residence

All visa types for Japan

Japanese citizens travelling to Ireland

JapanIreland Visa-free, 90 days Ireland visa for citizens of Japan

Travel advice for Japan

  • US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
  • UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
  • German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)

What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.

For a trip from Ireland to Japan, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Japan at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 14 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Japan (updated 28 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Japan (updated 13 October 2026).

Good to know

How long Irish citizens can stay in Japan

Irish citizens may stay in Japan for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Japan.

Japanese citizens travelling to Ireland

Japanese citizens can visit Ireland without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Ireland and Japan.

Frequently asked questions

Do Irish citizens need a visa for Japan?

No visa is needed by Irish citizens for Japan, for stays of up to 90 days.

How long can Irish citizens stay in Japan?

Irish citizens can stay in Japan for up to 90 days.

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Ireland?

Japanese citizens can visit Ireland without a visa for up to 90 days.

Can Irish citizens enter Japan visa-free?

Yes, Irish citizens can enter Japan 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.