Colombia passport → Ireland
Do Colombian citizens need a visa for Ireland?
Colombian passport holders need a visa for Ireland, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre. If you hold a UK visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.
Apply on the official site: irishimmigration.ie
What this means for your trip
- Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Colombian passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free90 days instead:
- UK visa
Visa exemption for holders of a valid short-stay visa issued by the United Kingdom, provided they have first entered the United Kingdom, travel directly to Ireland, and have been granted a stay of 180 days in the United Kingdom;
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Ireland at a glance
- Capital
- Dublin
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Languages
- English, Irish
- Calling code
- +353
- Region
- Northern Europe
Ireland for other passports
- ColombiaVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Northern Europe for Colombian passport holders
Common questions
Do Colombian citizens need a visa for Ireland?
Colombian passport holders need a visa for Ireland, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.
How long can Colombian citizens stay in Ireland?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Colombian citizens get a visa on arrival in Ireland?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Ireland easier for Colombian citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying UK visa, Colombian citizens get visa free for up to 90 days. Visa exemption for holders of a valid short-stay visa issued by the United Kingdom, provided they have first entered the United Kingdom, travel directly to Ireland, and have been granted a stay of 180 days in the United Kingdom;
How many countries can Colombian citizens visit without a visa?
116 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Colombia passport ranks #35 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.