Ukraine→Ireland
Ukraine to Ireland
Can children travel on this route?
If you are under 18, you must carry a notarised letter of parental consent, declare a guardian at the border and have a copy of a parent's passport available.
What should I do before I travel?
Before you travel, check that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your date of entry to Ireland. You must travel on a passport.
No vaccinations are required or recommended for this route. Travel insurance is recommended but is not a condition of entry.
What happens at the border?
At the border you may be asked to show proof of a return flight, proof of a hotel booking and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay. Keep those documents accessible to present to the immigration officer if requested.
No arrival registration or entry card is required on arrival for this route.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Ireland as a Ukrainian passport holder?
No. Ukrainian citizens do not need a visa for a short tourist stay in Ireland.
How long must my passport be valid for entry to Ireland?
Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you enter Ireland.
Can I use an ID card or other document instead of a passport to enter Ireland?
You must travel on a passport. A passport is the accepted travel document for entry to Ireland on this route.
What documents might border officers ask me to show when I arrive in Ireland?
You may be asked at the border to show proof of a return flight, proof of hotel booking and sufficient funds for your stay. Have those documents ready to present to the immigration officer if requested.
Do I need to register on arrival or fill in an entry card for Ireland?
No arrival registration or entry card is required when you enter Ireland on this route.
What do under-18 travellers from Ukraine need to enter Ireland?
If you are under 18, you need a notarised letter of parental consent, a guardian declared at the border and a copy of a parent's passport.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 6, 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.
- 2Carry proof of funds for your stay
Money for the Stay and Proof of Return Flight and Proof of Hotel Booking and Flight Back
- 3Travelling with a child
Letter of Parental Consent with Notary, Declared Guardian at Border, and Copy of Parent's Passport
- 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.
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More about Ireland
Europe
- Capital
- Dublin
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Known for
- St. Patrick's Day, Guinness, Rich Literary Heritage
- Food
- Irish Stew, Soda Bread, Fish and Chips