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IrelandIreland visa requirements for Cyprus citizens (2026)
Visa-free. No. Cyprus passport holders do not need a visa for Ireland for tourism. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Ireland entry requirements for Cyprus citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
What to bring to Ireland
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Good to know
- Ireland is not in the Schengen area; it has its own visa rules (Common Travel Area with the UK).
Ireland at a glance for travellers
- 78 of 198 passports can enter Ireland without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Cyprus passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 146 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Irish Immigration Service: visiting Ireland | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Ireland entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Cyprus citizens need a visa for Ireland?
No. Cyprus passport holders do not need a visa for Ireland for tourism. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
What documents do Cyprus passport holders need for Ireland?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do Cyprus passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Ireland?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.