Canadian visa for Irish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Irish passport holders visiting Canada for a short-term stay: 6 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Irish citizens to enter Canada for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 6 months |
| Evisa | Canada e-visa for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Canada visa on arrival for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
Canada tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Irish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Canada.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Canada.
If you are looking for Canada visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ireland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Canada nearest your place of residence.
- Dublin: The Embassy of Canada in Dublin, Ireland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 34 minutes)
Canada visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Canada diplomatic mission offices to Ireland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ireland traveling to Canada from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ireland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 95,995 | N/A |
| 2009 | 88,127 | -8.20% |
| 2010 | 90,826 | 3.06% |
| 2011 | 89,678 | -1.26% |
| 2012 | 91,526 | 2.06% |
| 2013 | 89,930 | -1.74% |
| 2014 | 92,607 | 2.98% |
| 2015 | 100,638 | 8.67% |
| 2016 | 111,838 | 11.13% |
| 2017 | 116,945 | 4.57% |
| 2018 | 118,350 | 1.20% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Canada & Ireland comparison
Canada's area is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi), while the area of Ireland is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi). This means Ireland is 132.00 times smaller than Canada.
As of October 2025, Canada's population is ~39.4 million people - 34,204,909 more people than the population of Ireland.
We have highlighted Canada & Ireland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Canada | Ireland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 39,421,679 | 5,216,770 | 34.2 million more people live in Canada than Ireland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 144 | 87 | Canada has 57 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ireland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 135 | Canada passport holders visit 6 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 469 | 82 | Canadian hosts 387 more foreign missions than Ireland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ireland travel to Canada in one year?
The number of visitors from Ireland visiting Canada in 2018 was approximately 118,350.
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