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Ireland Embassy and Consulates in Nigeria

2 Diplomatic Missions 2 Cities

Ireland Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria

Ireland Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria
11 Negro Crescent Maitama District Abuja Nigeria
Phone: +234 9 462 0611 Working hours: Close now

Ireland Honorary Consulate in Lagos, Nigeria

Ireland Honorary Consulate in Lagos, Nigeria
22A Lugard Avenue Ikoyi Lagos Nigeria
Phone: +234 1 903 6940 Working hours: Close now

Holidays to be Observed in 2026

The Embassies and Consulates of Ireland may close on the following Nigerian and Irish holidays in 2026:

Holiday
Holiday Date Counting down
Father's Day Sunday, June 21 0 minutes
August Bank Holiday Monday, August 03 1 month, 1 week
Id el Maulud Wednesday, August 26 2 months
September Equinox Wednesday, September 23 3 months
National Day Thursday, October 01 3 months, 1 week
October Bank Holiday Monday, October 26 4 months
December Solstice Monday, December 21 5 months, 4 weeks
Sambisa Memorial Day Tuesday, December 22 6 months

Frequently asked questions, answered

1. How many Irish Embassies/Consulates are there in Nigeria?

Ireland currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in Nigeria including Abuja and Lagos.

2 - Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Ireland?

Nigerian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Ireland. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Ireland in Nigeria for further instructions.

3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Irish embassies in Nigeria?

The Irish representative offices in Nigeria will be closed in observance of the following Nigerian and Irish holidays in 2026/2024:

  • Father's Day (NG & IE) Sun, Jun 21, 2026 (1 hour, 59 minutes)

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Time in Ireland vs Nigeria

Dublin, Ireland time is is same date and time Abuja, Nigeria

Abuja, Nigeria 22:01PMSaturday, June 20, 2026
Dublin, Ireland 22:01PMSaturday, June 20, 2026