Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
Yes, Irish (EU) citizens need an e-Visa or regular visa to travel to India.
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eVisa typically takes 3–7 working days.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.
Consider for rural stays, especially in monsoon season.
No vaccine — antimalarials + bite avoidance recommended for risk regions.
Consider for aid workers, remote travel, or outbreak areas.
Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.
Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.
Irish citizens traveling to India for tourism or short business trips can apply for an e-Visa online before their departure. This simplifies the application process compared to a traditional visa. Ensure all required documents are prepared for the e-Visa application.
For Irish (EU) passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Irish (EU) passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism / short business trip |
| Visa required | Yes — eVisa |
| Maximum stay | Up to 180 days per calendar year with an e-Tourist Visa (90 days per visit), or 365 days for e-Business Visa (180 days per visit) |
| Passport validity | At least 6 months beyond intended stay, with at least two blank pages |
| Return/onward ticket | Yes, or onward ticket |
| Arrival form | Required for all foreign nationals on arrival |
| Last checked | 22 July 2026 |
No, Irish (EU) citizens do not need a visa for short-term tourist or business visits to Japan.
Read the dossierYes, Irish (EU) citizens need an E-visa or visa for stays in Vietnam exceeding 45 days, but can enter visa-free for shorter stays.
Read the dossierNo, Irish (EU) citizens do not need a visa for tourism or short business trips to Thailand.
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