Passports should be valid for the period of stay (except for EEA member states, including
Switzerland). It is recommended that all nationals, other than those from the
EU, hold a return or onward ticket, and must have sufficient funds to cover intended period of stay.
Americans: United States nationals require a passport valid for the period of intended stay, but no visa is needed for stays of up to three months.
UK nationals: British citizens traveling from
Great Britain to
Ireland only require proof of nationality. Otherwise British travelers coming from another
country require a passport. No visa is required if the passport is endorsed British Citizen, British National (Overseas) or British Overseas Territories Citizen. In all other cases, a visa is required.
Canadians: Canadian nationals require a passport valid for the period of intended stay, but no visa is needed for stays of up to three months.
Australians: Australians require a passport valid for the period of intended stay, but no visa is needed for visits of up to three months.
South Africans: South African nationals must hold a passport valid for the period of intended stay, but no visa is needed for visits of up to three months.
New Zealanders: New Zealanders require a passport valid for the period of intended stay. No visa is needed for a visit of up to three months.
Health
There are no special health requirements for visitors to Ireland. Health insurance is advisable unless from the UK or other EU countries, most of which have reciprocal agreements with Ireland. A European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) should be obtained before departing for travel to Ireland. Medical facilities are good, and payment for treatment is usually required in cash.
Safety
Most visitors enjoy a fairly high level of personal safety however travelers should take sensible precautions against petty theft. Terrorism is no more a threat than in other Western countries.
