QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for Turkey with an Irish passport?
No visa needed. You can stay up to 90 days.
Rule verified by QuickTravelTools on October 10, 2026.
Visa rules for all 199 passports: Turkey visa hub.
What you need
- Passport: should be valid at least 6 months after your trip ends.
- How long you can stay: up to 90 days.
- Apply: Start the official Republic of Turkiye e-Visa portal
E-visa valid for tourism or commerce only; work/study visas via Turkish missions.
- Official information: MFA Turkiye visa information for foreigners
Official sources
- United States of America: official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye; ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period. (Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs, verified October 5, 2026)
- No visa is required for 90 days or less using a tourist passport; passport must be valid 6+ months beyond entry with at least 1 blank page (advisory dated June 11, 2026). (U.S. Department of State, verified October 5, 2026)
Turkey at a glance
| Region | Asia |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 31 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/F sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Turkey is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 31 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Turkey compares to 179 countries.
Pack a plug adapter: Irish devices use Type G, but Turkey uses Type C/F. Full plug and voltage guide for Turkey.
Common questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No. Irish passport holders do not need a visa for tourism stays in Turkey of up to 90 days.
How long can an Irish passport holder stay in Turkey?
Irish passport holders can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days without a visa. Stays longer than 90 days require a different visa or immigration authorization.
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 Turkey's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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