Visa requirements

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Ireland?

Visa required (apply in advance)
Embassy visa required

Chinese citizens must obtain a visa from a Ireland embassy or consulate before travelling for up to 90 days.

Max stay
90 days
Fee
EUR €60
Processing
4-8 weeks
What you need
  • Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages)
  • Bank statements (3-6 months)
  • Travel itinerary
  • Hotel bookings
  • Return ticket
  • Passport photo
  • Travel insurance
Apply for Irish visa
Verify with the official source

Visa rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements on Ireland's own government visa authority before you book.

Apply for Irish visa (AVATS)
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Chinese visa requirements elsewhere
Chinese → Japan Chinese → Thailand Chinese → France Chinese → Italy Chinese → Spain Chinese → Turkey Chinese → Indonesia Chinese → Mexico Chinese → Portugal Chinese → Greece
Who needs a visa for Ireland?
American citizens Canadian citizens British citizens Australian citizens Indian citizens German citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Brazilian citizens Nigerian citizens

Visa rules change frequently and this page is a guide, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with the official Ireland embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed July 2026, next review September 2026.