Lithuania→Ireland
Lithuania to Ireland
Do I need a visa for Ireland?
A Lithuanian does not need a visa or any travel authorisation to enter Ireland for tourism; one entry permits a stay of up to 90 days. This tourist permission does not allow paid work or study.
Which documents do I need?
You may enter with an ordinary Lithuanian passport or with your Lithuanian national identity card. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry. A driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for entry on this route.
Are vaccinations required for Ireland?
No vaccinations are required to enter Ireland. It is recommended that adults have an up‑to‑date tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) booster.
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
A single tourist entry allows a stay of up to 90 days. Extension procedures or penalties for overstaying are not described here.
Can children travel on this route?
Travellers under 18 need only one of the accepted travel documents (their own passport or national identity card); no additional parental consent or paperwork is required for minors on this tourist route.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is recommended for your trip to Ireland but is not a condition of entry. Buying suitable cover for health, belongings and documents is advised.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my national ID card or driver's licence to enter?
A Lithuanian may use a national identity card or an ordinary passport to enter Ireland; a driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for this route.
Will I be asked to prove I have enough money for the trip?
You do not need to show proof of funds when entering Ireland on this route; Lithuanian travellers are not required to present bank statements or cash to border officials.
Do I have to fill in an arrival card or online entry form?
There is no arrival card or entry registration for tourist visits to Ireland on this route; you do not complete a paper or online entry form on arrival.
Do I have to buy travel insurance before I go?
Travel insurance is recommended for your trip to Ireland but it is not a condition of entry; buying suitable health and travel cover is advised for medical costs, loss or theft.
Are any vaccinations required or recommended?
No vaccinations are mandatory to enter Ireland. A booster for tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) is recommended for adults.
How long must my passport be valid for?
If your passport expires less than six months after your date of entry, it does not meet the rule for this route; your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you enter Ireland.
What documents do children need?
Children travelling with you only need one of the accepted travel documents (their own passport or national identity card); no parental consent or additional paperwork is required for under‑18s on this tourist route.
What happens if I try to travel with a temporary passport or a driving licence?
You may be refused boarding or entry if you present a temporary passport or a driving licence because those documents are not accepted for travel to Ireland on this route.
Where can I get consular help from Ireland while in Lithuania?
If you need consular help while in Ireland or before travel, the Irish embassy and the Irish government’s Vilnius page are available; those contacts are for consular assistance, not for applying for travel permission.
What will airline or border staff check at the airport?
Border or airline staff will expect to see one of the accepted travel documents (an ordinary passport or national identity card) and that your passport meets the six‑month validity rule; carry the document the airline requires for check‑in.
Can I work or study during my tourist visit?
Tourist entry does not permit paid work or study in Ireland; this route is for short tourist visits only.
Do I have to register my stay with local authorities after arrival?
No arrival registration is required on this tourist route, so you do not need to register with local authorities on arrival in Ireland.
Where do I get the visa?
No application is required for travel permission on this route; you travel with your passport or national identity card and receive no visa or sticker. For consular assistance, the Irish embassy in Lithuania and the Irish government’s Vilnius page are available as contacts.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 31, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 6 months beyond your trip.
- Travel insurance
Not required upon entry, but medical treatment is paid for by travelers — it's advisable to have a policy covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Ireland — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Stays up to 90 days
Longer than that needs a visa, and the exemption covers tourism — not paid work or study.
- Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
Open the guide
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