How long can you stay in Ireland?
Visa-free stay limits for Ireland, by passport, with the counting rule explained.
For 10 of the 12 passports we cover. Check yours below.
By passport
| Passport | Visa-free stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 365 days per entry | — |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇮🇱 Israel | 90 days per entry | — |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | Visa required | — |
How the days count
- Arrive in Ireland on 1 June — that's day 1 (entry and exit days both count).
- Your last legal day is 29 August (day 90).
- Each entry gets its own allowance, but repeated back-to-back entries ("border runs") can get you refused at the border.
Notes
Ireland is in the EU but NOT in Schengen — does not count toward Schengen 90/180.
If you overstay
Overstaying — even by a day or two — can mean fines, detention, deportation and a ban on coming back, and it can follow you on future visa applications. Penalties vary by country and by case, so confirm the current rules with the official source below.
Questions people ask
How long can Americans stay in Ireland?
Americans can stay in Ireland for up to 90 days per entry without a visa.
How long can British citizens stay in Ireland?
British citizens can stay in Ireland for up to 365 days per entry without a visa.
How long can Canadians stay in Ireland?
Canadians can stay in Ireland for up to 90 days per entry without a visa.
How long can Australians stay in Ireland?
Australians can stay in Ireland for up to 90 days per entry without a visa.
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Last verified against an official source: 2026-05-21.
Official source: www.irishimmigration.ie
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