QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for Greece with an Irish passport?
No visa needed for this trip.
Rule verified by QuickTravelTools on October 10, 2026.
Visa rules for all 199 passports: Greece visa hub.
What you need
- Passport: should be valid at least 6 months after your trip ends.
- Official information: Schengen visa guidance (EU Visa Code)
Hungarian MFA Schengen page; EU-wide rules identical. Apply at the mission of the country of main destination.
ETIAS (not live yet)
Europe's ETIAS travel authorization is not live yet, so visa-free visitors from outside the EU need only a passport for now. The EU has not set a launch date and says it will announce one several months before the system goes live.
Official source: European Union.
Official sources
- US passport holders need no visa for stays of 90 days or less in Greece. (U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, verified October 5, 2026)
- EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annexes I and II list every nationality subject to or exempt from the visa requirement for short stays in the Schengen area, which this destination applies as a EU member state applying the Schengen acquis; the annexes are the full inbound nationality matrix. Spot-checked live 2026-10-06. (European Union (EUR-Lex), verified October 6, 2026)
Greece at a glance
| Region | Europe |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 55 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/F sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Greece is mid-priced for travelers: everyday prices sit at about 55 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Greece compares to 179 countries.
Pack a plug adapter: Irish devices use Type G, but Greece uses Type C/F. Full plug and voltage guide for Greece.
Good to know about Greece
- Your 90 days are shared across every Schengen country, not just Greece. Time in Italy, Spain, or France counts toward the same limit. (European External Action Service)
- Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area. (European External Action Service)
- If you carry 10,000 euros or more in cash, you must declare it to Greek customs. Skipping the declaration can mean a fine of 25% of the undeclared amount. (Greek Customs (AADE))
- Rental car companies in Greece may ask for an International Driving Permit along with your US license. Get one before you travel. (U.S. Embassy in Greece)
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Common questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Greece?
No. No visa needed for this trip.
How long can an Irish passport holder stay in Greece?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Greece's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
Is there an arrival card or travel authorisation for Greece?
Europe's ETIAS travel authorization is not live yet, so visa-free visitors from outside the EU need only a passport for now. The EU has not set a launch date and says it will announce one several months before the system goes live.
Nearby destinations for Irish passport holders
Sorted by distance from Greece, useful if your trip covers more than one country.