Ireland visa for Saudi Arabian citizens

As an Irish passport holder journeying to Saudi Arabia, you'll find the process streamlined with an e-visa, allowing for a comfortable maximum stay of 90 days. Several options, including tourist and business visas, are readily available, making your visit flexible for various purposes. Consider that flights from Dublin to Riyadh are plentiful, but remember the significant 3-hour time difference and be prepared for potential currency exchange fluctuations for the Saudi Riyal when budgeting for your trip.

Special arrangement· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Yellow fever cert.
Not required
Biometrics
Required

Visa options

OtherShort Stay 'C' Visa (General - Single Entry)
90d$65valid 3mo
Apply
OtherShort Stay 'C' Visa (General - Multiple Entry)
90d$108multiple-entryvalid 5y
Apply
TransitTransit Visa (Irish Airport Transit Visa)
1d$27
Apply
OtherLong Stay 'D' Visa (General - Single Entry)
$65
Apply
OtherLong Stay 'D' Visa (General - Multiple Entry)
$108multiple-entryvalid 5y
Apply
StudentLong Stay 'D' Visa (Study)
$65
Apply
FamilyLong Stay 'D' Visa (Join Family)
$65
Apply
WorkLong Stay 'D' Visa (Employment / Work)
$65
Apply
WorkLong Stay 'D' Visa (Minister of Religion)
$65
Apply
WorkLong Stay 'D' Visa (Volunteer)
$65
Apply
Working HolidayWorking Holiday Authorisation
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkCritical Skills Employment Permit
Apply
WorkGeneral Employment Permit
Apply
WorkIntra-Company Transfer Employment Permit
Apply
WorkContract for Services Employment Permit
Apply
WorkDependant / Partner / Spouse Employment Permit
Apply
WorkInternship Employment Permit
Apply
WorkExchange Agreement Employment Permit
Apply
WorkSport and Cultural Employment Permit
Apply
WorkReactivation Employment Permit
Apply

Visa-free max 90d if entering UK first with UK visitor visa.

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