New Zealand
Ireland
Ireland visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
New Zealand citizens do not need a visa for Ireland: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at dfa.ie
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Irish citizens travelling to New Zealand
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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.
Before travelling from New Zealand to Ireland, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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).
Good to know
How long New Zealand citizens can stay in Ireland
New Zealand citizens may stay in Ireland for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Ireland.
Irish citizens travelling to New Zealand
Irish citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for New Zealand, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Ireland?
New Zealand citizens do not need a visa for Ireland: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Ireland?
New Zealand citizens can stay in Ireland for up to 90 days.
Do Irish citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Irish citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for New Zealand, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Ireland visa-free?
Yes, New Zealand citizens 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.