Indian visa for Irish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Irish passport holders visiting India for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Irish citizens to enter India for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | India e-visa for Irish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | India visa on arrival for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
India tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Irish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in India.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from India.
If you are looking for India visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ireland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of India nearest your place of residence.
- Dublin: The Embassy of India in Dublin, Ireland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 37 minutes)
India visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest India diplomatic mission offices to Ireland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ireland traveling to India from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ireland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 29,585 | N/A |
| 2009 | 28,941 | -2.18% |
| 2010 | 32,346 | 11.77% |
| 2011 | 35,330 | 9.23% |
| 2012 | 36,837 | 4.27% |
| 2013 | 39,021 | 5.93% |
| 2014 | 73,399 | 88.10% |
| 2015 | 74,390 | 1.35% |
| 2016 | 81,592 | 9.68% |
| 2017 | 87,041 | 6.68% |
| 2018 | 97,569 | 12.10% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
India & Ireland comparison
India's area is approximately 2,973,190 km2 (1,147,954 sq mi), while the area of Ireland is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi). This means Ireland is 43.16 times smaller than India.
As of April 2024, India's population is ~1.4 billion people - 1,429,491,585 more people than the population of Ireland.
We have highlighted India & Ireland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| India | Ireland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,434,652,558 | 5,160,973 | 1.4 billion more people live in India than Ireland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 186 | 87 | India has 99 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ireland. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 28 | 135 | India passport holders visit 107 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 466 | 82 | Indian hosts 384 more foreign missions than Ireland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ireland travel to India in one year?
The number of visitors from Ireland visiting India in 2018 was approximately 97,569.
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