Ireland to Japan: Visa-Free 90 Days, Extendable to 6 Months (2026)
Ireland passport holders do not need a visa to enter Japan for short-term stays of up to 90 days (tourism, business meetings, transit).
Last verified: Source last changed: Source: MOFA
Ireland
Visa-freeMaximum stay: 90 days
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Return or onward ticket (recommended)
Information is based on publicly available data as of 2026-09-05. Always confirm with the nearest Japanese embassy/consulate before travel.
Conditions on this exemption
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs attaches the following conditions to the visa exemption for Ireland. Quoted from the official source.
For nationals of those countries with visa exemptions permitting stays of up to 6 months under the bilateral visa exemption arrangements, those who wish to stay in Japan for more than 90 days are required to apply for an extension of the period of stay to the Ministry of Justice (Regional Immigration Bureau) before the period of permitted stay is to expire.
Quoted verbatim from MOFA. Where the wording is ambiguous, the official page takes precedence. Official application link →
Where Ireland nationals apply
Applications are handled by the Japanese diplomatic mission with jurisdiction over your place of residence. These are the missions in Ireland:
Address and telephone
Embassy of Japan in Ireland, Nutley Building, Merrion Centre, Nutley Lane, Dublin 4, Ireland. Tel:(353-1)202-8300Jurisdiction varies by prefecture/region of residence — confirm with the mission before applying.
Mission list from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan →
Other routes for Ireland nationals
Beyond short-term entry, Ireland passport holders may also be eligible for these residence routes.
Working Holiday
Ireland has a bilateral working holiday arrangement with Japan.
Age 18–30 · up to 12 months · Annual cap: 800
See details →
Digital Nomad visa
Ireland is on the eligible list for the Designated Activities (Digital Nomad) visa.
Up to 180 days · annual income of ¥10,000,000 or more required
See details →
Frequently asked questions
- How long can a Ireland passport holder stay in Japan without a visa?
- Ireland passport holders can stay in Japan for up to 90 days without a visa for short-term stays such as tourism.
- Are there any conditions on the visa exemption for Ireland?
- For nationals of those countries with visa exemptions permitting stays of up to 6 months under the bilateral visa exemption arrangements, those who wish to stay in Japan for more than 90 days are required to apply for an extension of the period of stay to the Ministry of Justice (Regional Immigration Bureau) before the period of permitted stay is to expire.
- Can I extend my visa-free stay in Japan?
- In general, visa-free stays cannot be extended, but exceptions exist for some countries covered by bilateral agreements. Contact a Regional Immigration Bureau before your permitted stay expires.
- Can I work remotely on a visa-free stay?
- Short-term visa-free stays do not permit employment in Japan. For remote work, consider the Digital Nomad visa.