Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
Yes, Irish (EU) citizens need a visa to enter Pakistan for tourism or short business trips, and this can generally be obtained online as an e-Visa.
Add your travel date and we'll tell you exactly how much to panic, based on typical processing times.
eVisa typically takes around a week.
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.
No vaccine — antimalarials + bite avoidance recommended for risk regions.
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 (EU) citizens must apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Pakistan. This online application process requires submitting necessary documents and paying a fee. Ensure you receive approval before your departure.
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 | Varies by e-Visa type, typically 30-90 days |
| Passport validity | At least 6 months beyond the intended stay |
| Return/onward ticket | Yes, or onward ticket |
| Arrival form | Required (Digital Passenger Locator Form may be necessary) |
| Last checked | 22 July 2026 |
Our full breakdown of what a trip to Pakistan actually looks like — timelines, forms, and the bits people miss.
Full border-enforcement rules for the Yellow Fever certificate, including transit-country traps that catch Pakistan travellers out.
The WHO exit-vaccination rule for long stays — who it applies to and what proof the border wants.
No, Irish (EU) citizens do not need a visa for short-term tourist or business visits to Japan.
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Read the dossierYes, Irish (EU) citizens need an e-Visa or regular visa to travel to India.
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