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Visa required

Yes. Russian passport holders need a visa for Ireland, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Ireland before travelling.

Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Russian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Ireland or its official government website before you travel.

What this means for your trip

You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.

Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

Where to apply in Russia

If you live in Russia, visas for Ireland are issued by its missions there. Many of them use an outsourced visa application centre: the mission's website says where to apply and which office covers your region.

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

Ireland at a glance

Capital: Dublin ยท Currency: Euro (EUR, โ‚ฌ) ยท Official languages: English, Irish ยท Calling code: +353

U.S. State Department travel advisory for Ireland: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 20 March 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

Plugs and voltage

You need a travel adapter: Ireland uses plug types G, Russia uses C, F. Mains voltage differs (Ireland: 230 V; Russia: 220 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100โ€“240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

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Your embassy in Ireland

If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Ireland, contact the embassy of Russia:

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

Easier destinations near Ireland for Russian passport holders

The other way round

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Irish passport holders visiting Russia: Irish passport holders need a visa for Russia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.

The Russian passport at a glance

82visa-free
6ETA
25visa on arrival
30e-Visa
48visa required

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Questions

Do Russian citizens need a visa for Ireland?

Russian passport holders need a visa for Ireland, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Ireland before travelling.

Does an Irish need a visa for Russia?

Irish passport holders need a visa for Russia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.